Cardio/lymph Flashcards
Section
Question
Introduction
What are the two main components of the circulatory system?
Introduction
What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
Introduction
How does the cardiovascular system interact with other systems in the body?
Introduction
What is the basic structure of the cardiovascular system described as?
Introduction
What is the function of the lymphatic system?
Gross Anatomy
Where is the heart located in the body?
Gross Anatomy
What are the two systems of circulation the heart delivers blood through?
Gross Anatomy
What does the pulmonary circuit involve?
Gross Anatomy
What is the systemic circuit?
Histology and Conduction
What is the significance of the intercalated discs in cardiac muscle cells?
Histology and Conduction
What makes the heart autorhythmic?
Histology and Conduction
Where is the sinoatrial (SA) node located, and why is it important?
Histology and Conduction
How does the atrioventricular (AV) node contribute to heart function?
Histology and Conduction
What role do Perkinje fibers play in cardiac conduction?