The Heart, part 1 - Under Pressure: Crash Course A&P

The video explores the heart's role as a pump in the circulatory system, emphasizing its function in maintaining pressure gradients to circulate blood. It covers the heart's anatomy, including its chambers and valves, and explains the pulmonary and systemic circulation loops. The video also discusses heart sounds, blood pressure measurement, and the importance of maintaining homeostasis for cardiovascular health.

What is the primary function of the heart as described in the text?

How does the heart maintain pressure to circulate blood?

Describe the structure and location of the human heart.

What are the different layers of the heart wall mentioned in the text?

What is the role of heart valves in blood circulation?

What happens during the pulmonary circulation loop?

Discuss the significance of oxygen in the blood as mentioned in the text.

Explain the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

What are the consequences of prolonged high blood pressure?

Summarize how blood flows through the heart and body.