Exam 13: The Cardiovascular System

An unknown blood sample is mixed with anti-B agglutinins and it clumps. The same sample is mixed with anti-A agglutinins and it does not clump. The blood is type:

__________________, the first number listed in blood pressure readings, measures the force of the left ventricle contraction.

What is the name of the structure labeled A?

What is happening during the phase labeled B?

Blood leaves the right side of the heart and enters the ____________________ which then takes it to the lungs.

A weak spot in a blood vessel that could potentially burst is known as a(n):

The tricuspid valve is located between the left ventricle and the aorta.

Regarding structure C, where is the blood heading as it passes this structure?

What is the name of the blood vessels that take blood away from the heart?

A lack of vitamin B12 can cause:

Hypertension is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

Describe the path of a red blood cell through the heart, pulmonary circuit, and systemic circuit. Mention all valves.

The coronary circulation is actually part of the systemic circulation.

What type of white blood cell is this?

Describe the components and characteristics of plasma.

Which of the following is a formed element of the blood?

Where is the contraction impulse delayed?

The systemic circulation begins with the ______ side of the heart.

Death of heart muscle due to lack of oxygen is known as ___________________.

What is happening during the phase labeled A?