Cardiovascular Dynamics Vessel Resistance Key Terms: 1. Blood flow- the amount of blood moving through a body area or the entire cardiovascular system in a given amount of time. 2. Pheriphial resistance- the opposition to blood flow resulting from the friction developed as blood streams through blood vessels. 3. Viscosity- A measure of the “thickness” of the blood and is caused by the presence of proteins and formed elements in the plasma 4. Systole 5. Diastole 6. End diastolic volume
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Michelle Martin April 25‚ 2013 Heart Attacks As many people might not now cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of Women in America. Heart attacks are the leading cause of many deaths. However‚ what is cardiovascular disease and what is a heart attack? A cardiovascular disease is defined as a disease of the heart or blood vessels. A heart attack is defined as a sudden and sometimes fatal occurrence of coronary thrombosis‚ typically resulting in the death of part of heart muscle.
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Performing cardiovascular and respiratory assessments is important in patients of all ages. Respiratory assessments determine the sufficiency of the oxygen in the body. This type of assessment can determine of there is enough oxygen in the body and if it is traveling adequately to maintain the health of the patient. Cardiovascular assessments are important for comparable reasons. They ensure that the heart is performing sufficiently enough to properly deliver blood throughout the body. There are
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Part 1 Multiple Choice Questions Part 2 Short answer questions Part 3 Crtical thinking questions Chapter 1. An Introduction to the Human Body 1. This is the study of the functions of body structures. a. Physiology 2. This is defined as a group of cells with similar structure and function. b. Tissue 3. Using your fingers to find your pulse on your wrist is an example of c. Palpation 4. Percussion techniques can be used to determine
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Approaches to studying the Human Body There are seven approaches one can take to study the human body. Those approaches are: • Body planes and body directions • Body cavity • Quadrants and regions • Anatomy and physiology • Microscopic to macroscopic • Body systems • Medical specialties The body planes and the body directions are used when trying to describe the location on the body it can also be called anatomical directions. For example anterior is used for front
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Unit 4222-232 1.1 Outline the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to the importance of correct moving and positioning of individuals. The anatomy which is the physical structure of the body and the physiology which is the normal functions of the body help us to move our limbs. Muscles work like leavers and this allow the bones at a joint to work like hinges. When moving someone it is important to remember that the muscles can only move the joint as far as the bone will
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Unit 232 - Move and Position Individuals in Accordance with Their Plan of Care Unit 232 - Move and position individuals in accordance with their plan of care Understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals 1.1 - Outline the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to the importance of correct moving and positioning of individuals We need to know the normal range of movement of the muscles and joints so when moving‚ handling and positioning
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Sour Cream can. The first symbol of the story was the title itself. In that “A&P” stands for the store itself. However‚ John Updike added some irony into the story by having this as the stores name because A&P stands for anatomy and physiology‚ which is how Sammy‚ the main character in the story judges the girls bodies. The second symbol is the swimsuits. The swimsuits represent the girls’ rebellion. In the 1960’s you would not see girls only wearing swim suits in a grocery store.
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1. Define the term anatomy Study of body structures 2. Define the term physiology How the body parts work 3. What does the phrase‚ “form follows fuction”mean? The way something looks‚ is the what it does. Modified and designed Physical Laws Environment (Genes being 6’4 but not enough food to be that tall) Evolutionary Past (Humans on 2 legs) 4. Name and describe 7 levels of structural organization 1. Chemical Level a. Atoms/Molecules b. Body is composed
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References: Marieb‚ Elaine N. & Hoehn‚ Katja (2007). Human Anatomy & Physiology (Seventh ed.). San Francisco‚ CA: Pearson Benjamin Cummings. Marieb‚ Elaine N. & Hoehn‚ Katja (2010). Human Anatomy & Physiology (Eighth ed.). San Francisco‚ CA: Pearson Benjamin Cummings. Waugh‚ A & Grant‚ A (2010). Anatomy and Physiology In Health and Illness (Eleventh ed.). Edingburgh. Churchill Livingston.
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