Cardiovascular Review Quiz

What is the primary function of the cardiovascular system?

• To transport nutrients to cells

• To digest food

• To synthesize hormones

• To transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products

Answer explanation

The primary function of the cardiovascular system is to transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products.

Which chamber of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from the body?

• Left atrium

• Right atrium

• Left ventricle

• Right ventricle

Answer explanation

The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body before pumping it to the right ventricle for further circulation.

What type of blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?

• Veins

• Arteries

• Capillaries

• Venules

Answer explanation

Arteries are the type of blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.

What is the name of the largest artery in the human body?

• Aorta

• Pulmonary artery

• Carotid artery

• Femoral artery

Answer explanation

The correct answer is the Aorta, which is the largest artery in the human body.

Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the body?

• Right atrium

• Left atrium

• Right ventricle

• Left ventricle

Answer explanation

The left ventricle is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the body.

What is the term for the network of vessels that supplies blood to the heart muscle itself?

• Systemic circulation

• Pulmonary circulation

• Coronary circulation

• Cerebral circulation

Answer explanation

The correct term for the network of vessels that supplies blood to the heart muscle itself is Coronary circulation.

What is the function of the valves in the heart?

• To pump blood

• To oxygenate blood

• To prevent backflow of blood

• To produce red blood cells

Answer explanation

The function of the valves in the heart is to prevent backflow of blood, ensuring that blood flows in the correct direction and does not leak back into the chambers.

What is the term used to describe the relaxation phase of the heart cycle?

• Systole

• Diastole

• Cardiac arrest

• Tachycardia

Answer explanation

Diastole is the term used to describe the relaxation phase of the heart cycle, making it the correct choice.

Which blood vessels are involved in the exchange of nutrients and waste between blood and tissues?

• Arteries

• Veins

• Capillaries

• Arterioles

Answer explanation

Capillaries are the blood vessels involved in the exchange of nutrients and waste between blood and tissues due to their thin walls that allow for easy diffusion.

What is the name of the valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle?

• Tricuspid valve

• Pulmonary valve

• Mitral valve

• Aortic valve

Answer explanation

The valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle is called the Mitral valve, making it the correct choice.