Cardiovascular System: Structure, Function, and Exercise Adaptations

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the cardiovascular system?

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Fighting infection

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Transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells

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Removing waste products from cells

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Maintaining body temperature

Question 2

What is the main function of hemoglobin in the cardiovascular system?

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To carry oxygen throughout the body

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To regulate body temperature

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To fight infection

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To produce blood pressure

Question 3

Which of the following terms describes the process by which blood forms clots to stop bleeding?

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Hemostasis

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Erythropoiesis

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Vasoconstriction

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Vasodilation

Question 4

What is the name of the artery that supplies blood to the muscles of the heart?

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Coronary artery

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Aorta

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Pulmonary artery

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Carotid artery

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a type of blood vessel in the human cardiovascular system?

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Lymphatics

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

Question 6

Which element is NOT a component of the cardiovascular system?

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Lungs

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Heart

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Blood vessels

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Blood

Question 7

What triggers the heart to beat rhythmically?

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Electrical impulses from the sinoatrial node

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Mechanical contraction of the heart muscle

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Chemical signals from the brain

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Hormonal regulation

Question 8

What is the primary function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

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Oxygen transport

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Carbon dioxide transport

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pH regulation

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Fighting infections

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a function of blood vessels?

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Produce hormones

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Transport oxygen and nutrients to bodily tissues

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Regulate blood pressure

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Remove waste products from the body

Question 10

Which of the following is the biggest artery in the human body?

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Aorta

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Vena cava

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Pulmonary artery

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Carotid artery

Question 11

What is the term for the process by which oxygen and nutrients are delivered to cells?

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Perfusion

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Transpiration

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Cellular respiration

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Glycolysis

Question 12

Which type of exercise is most effective in improving cardiovascular endurance?

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Aerobic exercise

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Weightlifting

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Flexibility training

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Balance exercises

Question 13

Which of the following is not a function of the circulatory system?

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Digesting food

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Transporting oxygen and nutrients

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Removing waste products

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Regulating body temperature

Question 14

What is the term for the abnormal accumulation of cholesterol plaques within blood vessels?

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Atherosclerosis

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Arteriosclerosis

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Stenosis

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Occlusion

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a physiological adaptation of the cardiovascular system to exercise?

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Increased blood pressure

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Increased stroke volume

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Increased heart rate

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Decreased peripheral resistance

Question 16

What is the primary role of the lymphatic system in the cardiovascular system?

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Returns fluid back to the bloodstream

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Transports oxygen and nutrients

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Contributes to blood pressure regulation

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Initiates the immune response

Question 17

Which hormone plays a key role in regulating blood pressure?

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Epinephrine

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Insulin

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Estrogen

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Thyroxine

Question 18

What is the name of the protein present in blood plasma that aids in blood clotting?

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Fibrinogen

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Hemoglobin

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Albumin

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Globulin

Question 19

What is the term for the force exerted by blood against the walls of blood vessels?

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Blood pressure

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Heart rate

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Cardiac output

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Stroke volume

Question 20

Trace the electrical conduction pathway in the heart, explaining how each component contributes to a steady heartbeat.

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Sinoatrial (SA) node → Atrioventricular (AV) node → Bundle of His → Left and right bundle branches → Purkinje fibers

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AV node → SA node → Bundle of His → Left and right bundle branches → Purkinje fibers

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Bundle of His → SA node → AV node → Left and right bundle branches → Purkinje fibers

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Purkinje fibers → Left and right bundle branches → Bundle of His → AV node → SA node

Question 21

How does an increase in heart rate typically affect blood pressure?

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Increase in blood pressure

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No significant impact

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Decrease in blood pressure

Question 22

How does the lymphatic system collaborate with the cardiovascular system to recycle fluids?

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The lymphatic system collects excess fluid from tissues and returns it to the bloodstream through the thoracic duct, which empties near the heart.

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Filtered blood in the kidneys directly enters the lymphatic vessels, which then returns it to the heart.

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Lymph nodes are primarily responsible for recycling fluids from the lymphatic system back into the bloodstream.

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The lymphatic system, isolated from the cardiovascular system, functions as a self-contained system.

Question 23

Which of the following is **not** a primary component of the cardiovascular system?

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Nervous system

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Heart

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Blood vessels

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Blood

Question 24

What is the name of the condition in which the heart fails to pump blood effectively?

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Heart failure

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Arrhythmia

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Stroke

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Atherosclerosis

Question 25

What is the recommended minimum amount of moderate-intensity aerobic activity for adults per week?

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150 minutes

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300 minutes

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450 minutes

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600 minutes

Question 26

Which of the following foods is considered a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

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Fatty fish

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Lean meats

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Dairy products

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Whole grains

Question 27

What is the muscular organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

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Heart

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Lungs

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Liver

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Brain

Question 28

The dilation of blood vessels is known as:

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Vasodilation

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Vasoconstriction

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Ischemia

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Hypertension

Question 29

The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and tissues is called:

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Diffusion

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Respiration

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Transport

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Metabolism

Question 30

Which blood component plays a crucial role in blood clotting?

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Platelets

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Red blood cells

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White blood cells

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Plasma

Question 31

Which of the following substances is NOT directly involved in the blood clotting process?

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Vitamin K

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Fibrinogen

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Platelets

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Calcium

Question 32

Which blood vessels carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

Question 33

Which blood vessels carry oxygenated blood away from the heart?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

Question 34

Which hormone increases heart rate and blood pressure in response to exercise?

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Epinephrine

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Testosterone

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Insulin

Question 35

What is the term for the measurement of the volume of blood pumped by the heart per beat?

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Cardiac output

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Heart rate

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Ejection fraction

Question 36

What is the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure?

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Systolic is the maximum pressure during a heartbeat, diastolic is the minimum pressure

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Diastolic is the maximum pressure during a heartbeat, systolic is the minimum pressure

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They are both measurements of maximum pressure

Question 37

Which blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen?

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Red blood cells

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White blood cells

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Platelets

Question 38

What is the primary function of the capillaries?

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To facilitate the exchange of nutrients, waste products, and gases

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To transport blood throughout the body

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To regulate blood pressure

Question 39

Which structure in the heart prevents blood from flowing back into the left ventricle from the aorta?

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Aortic valve

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Mitral valve

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Pulmonary valve

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Tricuspid valve

Question 40

What is the primary function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

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Gas exchange

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Blood flow regulation

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Transporting blood away from the heart

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Filtering blood

Question 41

Regular physical exercise leads to which physiological adaptation of the cardiovascular system?

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Lowered resting heart rate

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Increased heart size

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Decreased blood pressure

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Reduced blood volume

Question 42

What is the term for the force exerted by circulating blood against blood vessel walls?

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Blood pressure

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Heart rate

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Stroke volume

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Cardiac output

Question 43

Which blood vessel type carries blood away from the heart and towards the body's tissues?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

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Lymphatics

Question 44

Which blood component is primarily responsible for clotting?

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Platelets

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Red blood cells

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White blood cells

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Plasma

Question 45

How does the sympathetic nervous system influence the cardiovascular system?

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Increases heart rate and blood pressure

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Lowers heart rate and blood pressure

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Has no effect

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Slows down digestion

Question 46

Which vessels carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body?

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Arteries

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Veins

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Capillaries

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Lymphatic vessels

Question 47

The enlargement of the left ventricle of the heart in response to regular exercise is known as:

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Cardiac hypertrophy

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Cardiomegaly

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Myocardial infarction

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Arrhythmia

Question 48

The heart valves primarily function to:

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Prevent blood from flowing backward

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Control the flow of blood to the lungs

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Separate oxygenated and deoxygenated blood

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Regulate the heart's contraction and relaxation

Question 49

The sinoatrial (SA) node is responsible for:

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Initiating and coordinating the heartbeat

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Controlling the conduction of electrical impulses through the heart

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Regulating blood pressure

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Pumping blood to the body

Question 50

Which factor does NOT contribute to increasing stroke volume?

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Increased afterload

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Increased heart rate

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Enhanced myocardial contractility

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Increased preload

Question 51

Atherosclerosis is characterized by:

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Narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup

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Inflammation and damage to the heart muscle

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Irregular heart rhythms

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Fluid accumulation in the body

Question 52

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise on the cardiovascular system?

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Enhanced blood clotting

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Increased number of capillaries

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Lowered resting heart rate

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Improved blood pressure control

Question 53

Which heart chamber is responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood to the body?

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Left ventricle

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Right atrium

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Right ventricle

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Left atrium

Question 54

What type of blood vessel carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body?

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Artery

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Vein

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Capillary

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Arteriole

Question 55

Which component of blood is responsible for transporting oxygen and giving blood its red color?

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Red blood cells

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Plasma

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White blood cells

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Platelets

Question 56

Which of the following is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

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Smoking

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Regular exercise

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Healthy diet

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Adequate sleep

Question 57

What is the name of the condition characterized by abnormally high blood pressure?

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Hypertension

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Hypotension

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Tachycardia

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Bradycardia

Question 58

Which of the following is a benefit of regular cardiovascular exercise?

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Reduced risk of heart disease

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Increased muscle strength

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Improved joint mobility

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Enhanced cognitive function