Stroke Volume and Cardiac Output Flashcards
1
Q
What is stroke volume?
A
Is the amount of blood pumped by the left ventricle in one contration or beat.
2
Q
What is the usual stroke volume per beat?
A
60mL - 130mL per beat.
3
Q
How do you calculate your maximum heart rate?
A
220 - your age
4
Q
How do you calculate your cardiac output?
A
CO = SV x HR
(cardiac output) = (stroke volume) x (heart rate)
