Cardiovascular System Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of the heart wall?
(3)
A
Epicardium
Myocardium
Endocardium
2
Q
What four chambers is the heart divided into?
A
The left and right atrium and ventricle
3
Q
Is the atria a pumping chamber or a receiving chamber?
A
Receiving
4
Q
Are the ventricles a pumping or receiving chamber ?
A
Pumping
5
Q
What does the conduction system of the heart include ?
A
Sinoatrial node
Atrioventriculqr node
Bundle of bus
Purkinje fibres
6
Q
What 2 layers compose the pericardium?
A
Outer fibrous
Inner serous