Cardiovascular

Front

What is the valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle?

Back

Mitral valve.

Front

What is the upper number in a blood pressure reading called?

Back

Systolic.

Front

What blood pressure reading is considered high?

Back

Over 130/90.

Front

What happens when a blood vessel is damaged?

Back

Platelets become sticky and clump together to form a clot.

Front

What is the sac that surrounds the outside of the heart called?

Back

Pericardium.

Front

What is hypertension?

Back

The medical term for high blood pressure.

Front

What is the function of the aortic valve?

Back

To prevent blood from flowing back into the left ventricle.

Front

What is diastolic blood pressure?

Back

The lower number in a blood pressure reading.

Front

What role do platelets play in the cardiovascular system?

Back

They help in blood clotting.

Front

What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure?

Back

Typically between 90 and 120 mmHg.