Chapter 13 Flashcards
1
Q
The tissue that forms a loose-fitting sac around the heart is the
A
pericardium
2
Q
which of the following represents the correct sequence of parts which blood moves in passing the vena cava to the lungs
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right atrium, tricuspid valve, right ventricle, pulmonary semilunar valve
3
Q
the blood pressure in systemic arteries is greatest during
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ventricular systole
4
Q
When the ventricular walls contract, the
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mitral and tricuspid valves close
5
Q
which type of blood vessel serves as a blood reservoir
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vein
6
Q
Plasma proteins that remain in the blood capillaries help to
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maintain the osmotic pressure of the blood
7
Q
The density of capillaries within a tissue varies directly with the tissues
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rate of metabolism
8
Q
uncontrolled hypertension can lead to
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all of the above
