CH 20 Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
The passage of blood from the atria to the ventricles is regulated by which valves?
A
Atrioventricular valves (AV Valves)
2
Q
The amount of tension in the ventricular myocardium immediately before it contracts is called?
A
Preload
3
Q
What has a strong, positive inotropic effect meaning that it increases the strength of each contraction of the heart?
A
Hypercalcemia
4
Q
What is the formula for Cardio Output?
A
CO = HR x SV
