Cardiovascular Physiology Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of the cardiovascular system?`
A
- transports oxygen and nutrients to the tissues of the body
- removes CO2 and waste products from the tissues
- functions to regulate body temp and pH
- transports and distributes hormones and other substances throughout the body
2
Q
What does the pulmonary circulation system do?
A
includes all blood vessels that carry blood to and from the lungs
3
Q
What does the systemic circulation system do?
A
all the blood vessels that carry blood to and from the rest of the body
4
Q
What is total blood volume?
A
- 5-6L
- heart and pulmonary circulation =15% of blood
- systemic arterial system =10% of blood
