heart review Flashcards
1
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Epicardium:
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- Outside layer
- Thin layer
- Connective tissue and fat
- Outside of myocardium is covered by epicardium
2
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Myocardium:
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Thick cardiac muscle responsible for contraction and relaxation of heart
3
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Endocardium:
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- The inner lining of heart
- smooth membrane
- Lines chambers of heart and valves
- Covers inside of blood vessels of the cardiovascular system
4
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Pericardium:
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- Tough membrane that is protection for heart
- Not directly connected to heart
- Has two layers
- Has fluid which acts like a lubricant which allows for free movement
- Disease called pericarditis can occur when fibrous sac becomes inflamed
5
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Arteriosclerosis:
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- When Coronary Arteries get Completely Blocked
- build up of plauque that blocks artery
6
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Saturated fats:
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- Fats that are solid at room temperature
- Animal products are good examples of saturated fats
- Whole milk, cream
7
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Trans Fat:
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- man made fat
- snacks, pizza, chips
- contains hydrogenated oil
8
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Cholesterol:
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- Foods that contribute to high cholesterol like eggs yolks, meat and cheese
