Test - Circulation Flashcards
1
Q
- How does Pulmonary circulation differ from systemic circulation?
A
Systemic occurs throughput the whole body, pulmonary occurs only in the lungs and heart.
NB. 80
2
Q
- The function of the Aorta is to…
A
Receive blood that comes into the heart.
NB. 79
3
Q
- How many loops does the human circulation system contain?
A
Two.
NB. 78
4
Q
- The cardiovascular system consists of the heart, blood vessels, and lymph.
True or False?
A
False, lymph should be replaced by blood.
NB. 78
5
Q
- Blood that is rich in oxygen leaves the heart through the blood vessel called…
A
The aorta.
NB. 79
6
Q
- Blood returns to the heart from the body through the blood vessel called…
A
Veins (Vena Cava)
NB. 79
7
Q
- Substances are exchanged between the blood and body cells in the blood vessels known as…
A
Capillaries.
NB. 78
8
Q
- Blood is pumped through blood vessels by the action of the organ know as the…
A
Heart.
NB. 78
