Primary Function of the Circulatory System in Dogs

Which of the following is NOT listed as a common vein used for venepuncture in the learning outcome VN03 3.a?

• Jugular

• Femoral

• Cephalic

• Saphenous

What is blood pressure?

• The measurement of heart rate.

• The level of blood sugar.

• The measurement of a force that pushes through the arterial circulation.

• The count of red blood cells.

What factors govern blood pressure?

• Blood volume, heart beat, and elasticity of blood vessel walls.

• Blood type, heart size, and vein elasticity.

• Lung capacity, heart rate, and blood temperature.

• Kidney function, liver function, and cholesterol levels.

When is blood pressure at its highest?

• During diastole.

• During systole.

• During sleep.

• After exercise.

When is blood pressure at its lowest?

• During systole.

• During diastole.

• While awake.

• Before exercise.

What does BP measurement provide information about?

• Respiratory function

• Cardiovascular function

• Digestive function

• Nervous system function

What is the unit of measurement for blood pressure?

• Centimeters of water

• Pounds per square inch

• Millimeters of mercury

• Kilopascals

What does systolic arterial pressure (SAP) measure?

• Pressure during cardiac diastole

• Pressure during cardiac systole

• Average blood pressure

• Pressure outside the heart

What does diastolic arterial pressure (DAP) measure?

• Pressure during cardiac systole

• Pressure during cardiac diastole

• Average blood pressure

• Pressure outside the heart

How is mean arterial pressure (MAP) calculated?

• From the SAP only

• From the DAP only

• From both SAP and DAP

• From external measurements