ANATOMY
How many chambers are in the heart?
Four
What is the function of valves?
Prevents the backflow of blood.
The study of the heart.
Cardiology
Cardiac
-cardial
The normal respiratory rate for adults.
12-20 breaths per minute
The bicuspid valve is also known as:
Mitral Valve
The conduction system starts at which node?
SA node
This valve has only two leaflets.
Bicuspid valve
Pertaining to the ventricle.
Ventricular
The normal heart rate of adults.
60-100 beats per minute
This side of the heart has oxygenated blood.
Left side
Name two functions of the cardiovascular system.
Deliver oxygenated blood to the body.
Deliver nutrients to the body.
Collects metabolic wastes.
Fast heart rate.
Tachycardia
The name of the valve that separates the right atrium and the right ventricle.
Tricuspid
The normal blood pressure for adults.
120 / 80 mmHg
Arteries and Veins
Blood is oxygenated in which organ?
The imaging of the heart using electrical leads.
Electrocardiogram
The muscular layer of the heart.
Myocardium
The heart is in which area of the chest?
Mostly centered
Name one of the great vessels.
Pulmonary arteries and veins.
IVC & SVC.
Aorta.
What happens to the heart if it lacks blood flow or oxygen?
Heart attack
The imaging of the heart using sound waves.
Echocardiogram
The inflammation of the outer fibrous layer surrounding the heart.
Pericarditis
A "heart attack" is known as:
Myocardial infarction