CV SYSTEM

The cardiovascular system consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood, and its primary function is to transport nutrients, oxygen, and waste products throughout the body.

• True

• False

• It only consists of the heart and lungs

• It only transports oxygen

Potential disruptions of the cardiovascular system can lead to which of the following impacts on the human body?

• Reduced oxygen delivery to tissues

• Enhanced immune response

• Increased bone density

• Improved digestive efficiency

The cardiovascular system is responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body, impacting other body systems by supporting their functions.

• It transports blood, nutrients, and oxygen, supporting other body systems.

• It produces hormones that regulate metabolism in all body systems.

• It controls voluntary muscle movements in the skeletal system.

• It stores minerals and produces red blood cells for the immune system.

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Recognize the interrelationships of the cardiovascular system related to common pathophysiology utilizing nursing judgment.

• The cardiovascular system interacts with other body systems to maintain homeostasis and respond to disease processes.

• The cardiovascular system functions independently of other body systems in disease states.

• Nursing judgment is not required in understanding cardiovascular pathophysiology.

• Common pathophysiology does not affect the cardiovascular system.

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How many times does your heart beat in a day to keep you alive? Your heart beats about ______ times a day to keep you alive!

• 100,000

• 10,000

• 1,000,000

• 50,000

What is the heart?

• A powerful muscular pump that circulates blood.

• A bone in your body.

• An organ that stores fat.

• A type of nerve cell.

The heart works 24/7, delivering oxygen and nutrients to your body.

• True

• False

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Why is the heart important?

• It keeps cells alive by supplying oxygen.

• It removes waste like carbon dioxide.

• It maintains body temperature and circulation.

• All of the above.

Fill in the blank: The heart removes waste like ______ from the body.

• carbon dioxide

• oxygen

• glucose

• protein

What is the size of the heart compared to a common object?

• Slightly bigger than a fist

• The size of a foot

• The size of a head

• Smaller than a finger