The Cardiovascular System Flashcards
1
Q
Pathway of Blood
A
Right atrium -(tricuspid)> right ventricle -(pulmonary)> pulmonary artery > lungs > pulmonary veins > left atrium -(mitral)> left ventricle -(aortic)> aorta > arteries > arterioles > capillaries > venues > veins > venae cavae > right atrium
2
Q
Why is the left side of the heart stronger than the right?
A
Because the systemic circulation has a much higher resistance and pressure
3
Q
Electric conduction of the heart
A
SA node > AV node > bundle of His > Purkinje fibers
