Cardiovascular

Front

What happens when a blood vessel is damaged?

Back

Platelets become sticky and clump together to form a clot.

Front

What is the medical term for high blood pressure?

Back

Hypertension.

Front

What blood pressure reading is considered high?

Back

Over 130/90.

Front

What does the T wave represent on an EKG?

Back

The relaxation of the ventricles.

Front

What is the valve between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery called?

Back

Pulmonic valve.

Front

What does the term 'cardiovascular' literally mean?

Back

Pertaining to heart and blood vessels.

Front

What is the function of platelets in the cardiovascular system?

Back

To help form blood clots to stop bleeding.

Front

What is the role of the aortic valve?

Back

To regulate blood flow from the left ventricle into the aorta.

Front

What is the significance of the PR interval on an EKG?

Back

It represents the time between the onset of atrial depolarization and the onset of ventricular depolarization.

Front

What is the primary function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.