Chapter 17 Cardiovascular Emergencies Flashcards
(5 cards)
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Circulatory System
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Also known as the cardiovascular system, has three major components: the heart, the blood vessels, and the blood.
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Heart
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Consists of 4 chambers atria and the ventricles
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Atria
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Top 2 chambers
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Venae Cavae
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The largest veins within the body
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Ventricles
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Bottom 2 chambers