Intro to cardio anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two circulations of the heart?
A
1) Systemic - whole body
2) Pulmonary - lungs
2
Q
What blood does the pulmonary artery carry?
A
Deoxygenated blood
3
Q
What blood does the pulmonary vein carry?
A
Oxygenated blood
4
Q
Which valve guards the right atrium and right ventricle?
A
Tricuspid valve
5
Q
Which valve guards the left atrium and left ventricle?
A
Mitral valve (bicuspid)
6
Q
What does the pulmonary valve do?
A
Guards right ventricle & pulmonary artery
