Cardio and Respiratory Prep

Which is considered a Universal Donor?

• AO

• AB

• BO

• O

These cells help transport oxygen.

• Erythrocytes

• Leukocytes

• Thrombocytes

• Platelets

What are the superior chambers of the heart?

• Ventricles

• Atria

• Semilunar valves

• Sinoatrial node

Which chamber pumps blood into the aorta to distribute blood throughout the body?

• Left Atrium

• Right Atrium

• Right Ventricle

• Left Ventricle

In which one of the vessels is blood pressure the highest?

• Capillaries

• Arteries

• Vena Cava

• Veins

Answer explanation

When the heart pumps, it increases pressure. Since it enters the arteries first, tey have the highest blood pressure.

What is the main muscle of breathing?

• Orbicularis Oris

• Intercostals

• Pectoralis Minor

• Diaphragm

Which is the windpipe?

• Trachea

• Epiglottis

• Pharynx

• Bronchi

What covers the trachea during swallowing? It is also known as the “Guardian of the Airways”

• Pharynx

• Larynx

• Epiglottis

• Bronchi

Answer explanation

“Guardian of the Airways” was a spin off from Guardians of the Galaxy v.III. It did not do well at the box office.

What is the term for exchange between carbon dioxide and oxygen between the lungs and blood?

• Internal respiration

• External respiration

• Cellular Respiration

• Aspiration

What are the air conduction passageways leading to the lungs?

• Epiglottis

• Trachea

• Pharynx

• Bronchi