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Human Bio Ch5-Heart

About the heart, blood, lymphatic and respiratory systems

QuestionAnswer
What part of the brain controls the heartbeat? Sinoatrial node
Where is the blood low in oxygen in the heart? The pulmonary arteries
Another term for the right atrioventricular valve? Tricuspid
Where is the blood high in oxygen for the heart? The pulmonary veins
When the arteries stretch and recoil from the pressure of blood flow, it is called a? pulse
The pressure of blood against the wall of the blood vessel is? Systolic pressure
The pressure of blood from recoil of arterial wall is? (Happens during atrial contraction) Diastolic pressure
High blood pressure, systolic greater than 140, diastolic greater than 90 Hypertension
Plaque build up clogs the artery; cause can be genetic, or poor diet. Treat with diet, aspirin, angioplasty, or bypass surgery. Atheroscerosis
Myocardial Infarction Heart attack
Temporary blockage of blood flow to brain (TIA) Transient Ischemic attack
Stroke (CVA), what is it, and what side? Cerebro-Vascular Accident, a blockage of blood flow to the left side of the brain.
A build up of fluid in the pericardial sac (CHF) Congestive heart failure
Name two disorders that result from a failure of the valves in veins Varicose Veins, Hemorrhoids
What is Phlebitis? The inflammation of a vein
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