W4/L2 Flashcards
1
Q
How much of the bodies blood volume is in the veins?
A
2/3
2
Q
What is the central venous pressure?
A
The pressure in the SVC and IVC
3
Q
How do we assess central venous pressure clinically?
A
JVP
4
Q
What are some substances that endothelium produces?
A
NO
Endothelin
Prostaglandins
5
Q
What action does NO have on the vessels?
A
Vasodilation
6
Q
What are some substances released by platelets?
A
Thrombin
ADP
Thromboxane A2