Parts of the system
Name the part of the Circulatory system that pumps the blood.
The heart.
During a stroke which cells can get damaged and/or die if left without oxygen?
Brain cells get damaged or die during a stroke.
Name two systems the Circulatory system is related to?
The digestive system, the respiratory system, the immune system, the skeletal system, the endocrine system and/or the nervous system.
What are two things you can do to prevent damage to the Circulatory system?
A heart-healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting smoking/alcohol, stress management, and/or physical activity.
How many primary functions are there?
There are 2 primary functions.
Name three parts of the Circulatory system?
Blood, heart, and blood vessels
Why would a heart attack occur?
When the flow of the blood is disrupted by some blockage.
How is the Circulatory system related to the respiratory system?
It brings blood to and from the lungs.
Name two ways healthy eating can prevent stroke and heart disease.
Improving cholesterol, reducing blood pressure, managing weight, and controlling blood sugar.
What are the two primary functions?
To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products.
What does the blood do?
It carries oxygen and nutrients.
List 4 risk factors for an aneurysm.
Old age, high cholesterol, smoking, alcohol and drug intake, diabetes, family history and/or high blood pressure.
What is one way the circulatory system is related to the nervous system?
It can't function without the nervous system sending it messages on what to do, and/or the circulatory system delivers nutrients and oxygen to the nervous system and it also moves hormones.
Limiting smoking and alcohol prevents damage to the circulatory system by reducing the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. How does this help?
It creates better blood flow and heart health.
Name a waste product the Circulatory system removes?
Carbon dioxide is a waste product the Circulatory system removes.
Arteries and veins are an example of which part of the circulatory system?
A Blood vessel.
During congestive heart failure what leaks into your body?
Fluids leak into your body.
How is the Circulatory system related to the digestive system?
It passes the nutrients to other parts of the body to use or store.
Name three ways physical activity protects the circulatory system?
It improves heart health, enhances blood flow and reduces the risk of heart disease.
How many secondary functions are there?
There are 3 secondary functions.
What do blood vessels do?
Blood vessels deliver blood through the body.
What are the five most common ailments that affect the Circulatory system?
A stroke, congestive heart failure, hypertension, aneurysm, and heart attack
What is one way the circulatory system is related to your immune system?
It transports immune cells to their destinations, and/or helps fight your heart's health issues when your heart has them.
How does stress management prevent damage to the circulatory system?
It reduces the levels of stress hormones. Stress hormones can increase blood pressure and heart rate. Limiting stress can lower these risks.
Name two of the Circulatory systems secondary functions?
Helps the immune system, manages pH levels, and/or regulates body temperature.