heart Crossword Puzzles
parts of the circulatory system 2026-03-03
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- part of the heart that sets its pace for beating
- low-pressure chambers in the heart
- carries blood back to the heart
- tissue separates the right and left sides of the heart
- aorta for veins
- high-pressure chambers in the heart
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- carries blood to the organs
- a type of muscle that helps the heart contract
- tiny arteries that bring blood to the organ
- controls blood flow in the heart chambers
- the main artery leaving the heart
11 Clues: aorta for veins • carries blood to the organs • carries blood back to the heart • the main artery leaving the heart • low-pressure chambers in the heart • high-pressure chambers in the heart • controls blood flow in the heart chambers • tiny arteries that bring blood to the organ • a type of muscle that helps the heart contract • ...
Health 8 2013-02-28
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- what your skeleton is made of
- what connects your arm and your hand
- carry blood away from the heart
- this contains the vocal cords
- send and receive messages to and from the brain
- what you use to hold things with
- your upper arm bone
- where you 'store' oxygen
- crush your food
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- your upper leg bone
- The smaller rooms in the heart
- at the end of your foot
- what you use to move your body
- carry blood back to the heart
- what connects your stomach and your mouth
- vessels that connect the veins and arteries
- a wind pipe that directs air to the lungs
- the bone in you head
- what you do with your food after you have eaten it
- pumps the blood around in your body
20 Clues: crush your food • your upper leg bone • your upper arm bone • the bone in you head • at the end of your foot • where you 'store' oxygen • what your skeleton is made of • carry blood back to the heart • this contains the vocal cords • The smaller rooms in the heart • what you use to move your body • carry blood away from the heart • what you use to hold things with • ...
body systems 2014-06-12
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- transport oxygenated blood away from the heart
- have walls that are one cell thick
- brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system.
- you cant walk with out it.
- transport deoxygenated blood from the capillaries back to the heart
- intestine/the last part of the digestive system
- posture, and produces heat. Includes skeletal
- by physical and chemical means small intestine/composed of a duodenum,jejunum,and ileum.
- the system by which ingested food is acted
- hear it pumping
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- system:allows for manipulation of the environment, provides
- and veins.
- cellsnormally found in blood
- cells:deliver oxygen to the tissues
- system:the organs used for breathing,
- muscles and cardiac muscle
- structure, support, and protection
- the heart pushes the blood through the
- system:collecting, transferring and processing information
- pharynx, larynx, bronchi, lungs and diaphragm.
20 Clues: and veins. • hear it pumping • muscles and cardiac muscle • you cant walk with out it. • cellsnormally found in blood • have walls that are one cell thick • structure, support, and protection • cells:deliver oxygen to the tissues • system:the organs used for breathing, • the heart pushes the blood through the • the system by which ingested food is acted • ...
Body Systems 2020-10-27
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- muscle found in the heart
- provides protection for soft tissues
- muscle applies pressure to vessels and organs
- muscle that controls every action a person does
- brings oxygen into your body and sends out Co2
- another word for throat
- allows brain to communicate with nervous system
- the continuation of the airway below the larynx
- pull on joints, allowing us to move
- relay messages
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- carry blood away from the heart
- leads to the stomach
- complex living organ, made up of many cells
- carry blood back to the heart.
- the top part of the air-only pipe
- reaches from base of the skull to the tailbone
- sends blood throughout your body
- controls what you think and feel
- 12 pairs of these in the body
- controls voluntary movement, speed, and more
20 Clues: relay messages • leads to the stomach • another word for throat • muscle found in the heart • 12 pairs of these in the body • carry blood back to the heart. • carry blood away from the heart • sends blood throughout your body • controls what you think and feel • the top part of the air-only pipe • pull on joints, allowing us to move • provides protection for soft tissues • ...
GCSE PE Unit 1 Revision 2023-01-16
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- the fine branching blood vessels between arteries and veins
- heart is relaxed and fills with blood
- breathing in
- blood vessels that carry mainly oxygen-depleted blood towards the heart
- With oxygen. When exercise is not too fast and is steady, the heart can supply all the oxygen that the working muscles need
- consumption of fluids to replace those lost during exercise
- the process of the heart going through the stages of systole and diastole
- stroke volume x heart rate
- A temporary oxygen shortage in the body tissues arising from exercise, creating the need for EPOC
- without oxygen, when exercise duration is short and at high intensity
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- Muscular-walled tubes forming part of the circulation system by which blood is conveyed away from the heart to all parts of the body
- the dilation of blood vessels to increase blood flow
- air sacs in the lungs
- breathing out
- Time required to repair the damage to the body caused by training or competition
- Light aerobic exercise and stretching performed after activity has ceased
- refers to the amount of oxygen needed to recover after exercise
17 Clues: breathing in • breathing out • air sacs in the lungs • stroke volume x heart rate • heart is relaxed and fills with blood • the dilation of blood vessels to increase blood flow • the fine branching blood vessels between arteries and veins • consumption of fluids to replace those lost during exercise • refers to the amount of oxygen needed to recover after exercise • ...
Respiration System 2025-09-09
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- the flow of blood from the heart to all parts of the body and back to the heart
- taking in and giving out air
- breathe in
- the main air tube that connects the nose and the lungs
- tiny blood vessels that allow substances to move into and out of blood
- tube-like structures through which blood flows
- blood vessels that carry blood rich in oxygen away from the heart
- ____SYSTEM is the system that brings oxygen from the air to our blood so that it can be transported around the body
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- the number of times our heart beats in one minute
- _____SYSTEM is the system that transports substances around the body
- tiny air sacs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place
- the number of times we breathe in and out in one min
- the pair of organs that help in gas exchange
- the organ that pumps blood around the body
- the liquid in blood vessels that transports substances around the body
- breathe out
- blood vessels that carry blood poor in oxygen towards the heart
17 Clues: breathe in • breathe out • taking in and giving out air • the organ that pumps blood around the body • the pair of organs that help in gas exchange • tube-like structures through which blood flows • the number of times our heart beats in one minute • the number of times we breathe in and out in one min • the main air tube that connects the nose and the lungs • ...
Cardiovascular System 2022-06-07
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- ____ Blood Cells defend against bacteria and viruses
- The heart is one of these
- Small branch of an artery that leads into a capillary
- Blood consists of a liquid plasma and blood ____
- Organ pair located in the chest that blood cells get oxygen from
- Body system that circulates blood and largely consists of the heart and blood vessels
- Fatty deposit that restricts blood flow and causes coronary artery disease (CAD)
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- Blood ____ are tubular structures that carry blood through the body. Either a vein, artery, or capillary.
- A very small branching blood vessel between arterioles and venules
- 60-100 B.P.M (Beats Per Minute) is the average resting heart ____
- Tube that blood (usually deoxygenated) flows through towards the heart
- Red fluid that transports oxygen and nutrients
- Fluid found in blood and made up of water, salts, and protein
- Tube that blood (usually oxygenated) flows through away from the heart
- Small vein that receives blood from capillaries
- Muscular organ that pumps blood
16 Clues: The heart is one of these • Muscular organ that pumps blood • Red fluid that transports oxygen and nutrients • Small vein that receives blood from capillaries • Blood consists of a liquid plasma and blood ____ • ____ Blood Cells defend against bacteria and viruses • Small branch of an artery that leads into a capillary • ...
The Cardiovascular System - ITVR 2023-05-10
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- The blood route leading to the lungs and back to the heart.
- Caused by Impulses generated by the Sinoatrial Node.
- Tubes running through the body that transport oxygenated blood.
- Cells in the blood that provide an immune response.
- The Tissue that covers the heart to provide protection, anchor the heart in place, and lubricate it.
- Tubes running through the body that transport blood that does not carry oxygen.
- a.k.a platelets, fragments within the blood that help form clots.
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- The blood route leading to the body and back to the heart.
- Cells in the blood that transport oxygen
- The tip of the heart.
- The organs that allow blood to collect oxygen.
- Tiny tubes between arteries and veins that allow blood to transfer oxygen to the body.
- The organ responsible for pumping blood to and from the lungs and the body.
- Our hearts have four of these.
- One-way doors that prevent the backwards flow of blood.
- The liquid substance within the body that transports oxygen.
16 Clues: The tip of the heart. • Our hearts have four of these. • Cells in the blood that transport oxygen • The organs that allow blood to collect oxygen. • Cells in the blood that provide an immune response. • Caused by Impulses generated by the Sinoatrial Node. • One-way doors that prevent the backwards flow of blood. • ...
The Heart - D4 2017-02-24
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- 3 Words. ideal ventricular systole over ideal ventricular diastole
- sound caused by semilunar valves snapping shut
- contraction of the heart's chambers
- Two words. Muscle tissue that is unique to the heart
- a device which emits an electrical discharge to restore a normal heart rhythm
- relaxation of the heart's chambers
- the invention of this equipment led to improved knowledge of the workings of the heart
- 3 words. Valves which separate upper chambers of the heart from lower ones
- higher pressure on the walls of arteries
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- a blood clot which can block the blood flow through an artery
- 3 words. From the SA node, signals have to pass through this to travel from the atria to the ventricles
- sound caused by AV valves snapping shut
- Two words. Device fitted into patients who have a malfunctioning SA node
- also known as an electrocardiogram
- also known as coronary heart disease
- 3 words. Sometimes referred to as the pacemaker of the heart
16 Clues: also known as an electrocardiogram • relaxation of the heart's chambers • contraction of the heart's chambers • also known as coronary heart disease • sound caused by AV valves snapping shut • higher pressure on the walls of arteries • sound caused by semilunar valves snapping shut • Two words. Muscle tissue that is unique to the heart • ...
The Heart and Circulation 2021-03-17
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- The word we use to say the heart chambers get bigger and can fill with blood
- Supplies the heart itself with oxygen
- An awesome Bio teacher :)
- Brings deoxygenated blood to the heart
- Blood vessel carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart
- Bottom chamber of the heart
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- The only vein to carry oxygenated blood
- The word we use to say the heart chambers are getting smaller and forcing blood to move
- Has a thick wall to withstand the high pressure
- Very small and thin blood vessel so oxygen can diffuse out
- The only artery that carries deoxygenated blood
- A blood vessel with valves to keep blood flowing in the correct direction
- Top chamber of the heart
13 Clues: Top chamber of the heart • An awesome Bio teacher :) • Bottom chamber of the heart • Supplies the heart itself with oxygen • Brings deoxygenated blood to the heart • The only vein to carry oxygenated blood • Has a thick wall to withstand the high pressure • The only artery that carries deoxygenated blood • Very small and thin blood vessel so oxygen can diffuse out • ...
Circulatory System 2024-04-29
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- lower chambers of the heart
- a common circulatory disease
- System The system that contains the heart and the blood vessels and moves blood throughout the body.
- that carry oxygen, nutrients and wastes
- straw-colored liquid where the other components float in
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- caused by the heart not pumping blood
- blood vessels that carry oxygen-poor blood to your heart
- that fight diseases and protect the body from infection
- upper chambers of the heart
- works as a pump to move blood around the body
- delicate blood vessels that exits throughout your body
- blood vessels that bring oxygen-rich blood from your heart to all of your body cells
- gather at the site of injury and help the clotting process
13 Clues: lower chambers of the heart • upper chambers of the heart • a common circulatory disease • caused by the heart not pumping blood • that carry oxygen, nutrients and wastes • works as a pump to move blood around the body • delicate blood vessels that exits throughout your body • that fight diseases and protect the body from infection • ...
Circulatory System 2024-10-18
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- the system that contains the heart and the blood vessels and moves blood throughout the body
- the largest artery
- arteries deliver ___-rich blood
- The heart has 4 ____.
- ___ vena cava; the largest vein in the human body which can be found in the heart
- pumps blood and the main organ of the circulatory system
- deliver carbon dioxide-rich blood back to the heart
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- the fluid which contains nutrients and oxygen and is pumped by the heart
- ___ vena cava; the second largest vein in the human body
- the tiniest blood vessels which connect veins and arteries
- The pulmonary artery delivers blood to which organ?
- the only artery that delivers carbon-dioxide rich blood
- carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart
13 Clues: the largest artery • The heart has 4 ____. • arteries deliver ___-rich blood • carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart • The pulmonary artery delivers blood to which organ? • deliver carbon dioxide-rich blood back to the heart • the only artery that delivers carbon-dioxide rich blood • ___ vena cava; the second largest vein in the human body • ...
Cardiovascular System 2020-01-23
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- of the ventricles.
- exchange happens here.
- blood clot that forms on the wall of a blood vessel and stays attached to the site.
- of diseased heart muscle.
- oxygenated blood away from the heart.
- of lower than normal blood pressure.
- layer that lines the 4 chambers.
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- of the ventricles.
- superior chambers.
- that forms the innermost layer of the pericardium.
- of higher than normal blood pressure.
- arteries.
- used to measure blood pressure.
- balloon-like dilation of a blood vessel, usually an artery.
- artery.
- inferior chambers.
- of the heart.
- to veins.
- or purplish discoloration of the skin, caused by decreased circulation in the blood.
- deoxygenated blood to the heart.
20 Clues: artery. • arteries. • to veins. • of the heart. • of the ventricles. • of the ventricles. • superior chambers. • inferior chambers. • exchange happens here. • of diseased heart muscle. • used to measure blood pressure. • deoxygenated blood to the heart. • layer that lines the 4 chambers. • of lower than normal blood pressure. • of higher than normal blood pressure. • ...
The components of the circulatory system 2019-08-02
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- place where substances are exchanged between the blood and body cells
- a flap of tissue that prevents blood from flowing backward
- take up oxygen in the blood and deliver it to cells elsewhere in the body
- the body's defense fighters
- blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
- iron-containing protein that binds chemically to oxygen molecules
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- largest artery in the body
- (singular) lower chambers of the heart
- the liquid part of blood
- consists of the heart, blood vessels,and blood
- a force exerted by blood against the walls of blood vessels
- blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart
- upper chambers of the heart
- hollow, muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body
14 Clues: the liquid part of blood • largest artery in the body • the body's defense fighters • upper chambers of the heart • (singular) lower chambers of the heart • consists of the heart, blood vessels,and blood • blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart • blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart • a flap of tissue that prevents blood from flowing backward • ...
Infective Endocarditis 2026-03-05
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- Clumps of bacteria, platelets, and fibrin that form on infected valves
- Abnormal heart sound often present due to valve damage
- Fragments that break off vegetations and travel through circulation
- Imaging test used to visualize heart valve vegetations
- Frequent cause of subacute infective endocarditis
- Heart structure most commonly damaged by infective endocarditis
- Primary treatment given intravenously for several weeks
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- Painless red spots found on the palms or soles
- Artificial heart valve that increases infection risk
- Presence of bacteria circulating in the bloodstream
- Painful nodules on fingers or toes seen with infective endocarditis
- Infection of the inner lining of the heart and heart valves
- Common organism responsible for acute infective endocarditis
- Small red or purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin
14 Clues: Painless red spots found on the palms or soles • Frequent cause of subacute infective endocarditis • Presence of bacteria circulating in the bloodstream • Artificial heart valve that increases infection risk • Abnormal heart sound often present due to valve damage • Imaging test used to visualize heart valve vegetations • ...
Heart Crossword puzzle 2026-03-09
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- A blood vessel that carries blood to the heart from tissues and organs in the body
- Carry oxygen rich blood throughout the body
- Blood vessels that supply blood through out your heart
- Main tissue of the heart
- Prevents the heart from beating to slowly
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- Open and close like doors in your heart
- one ofthe upper chambers in the heart
- One of the upper chambers of the heart
- Wall that separates the chambers in your heart
- Carry oxygen poor blood to the heart
- Blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients
11 Clues: Main tissue of the heart • Carry oxygen poor blood to the heart • one ofthe upper chambers in the heart • One of the upper chambers of the heart • Open and close like doors in your heart • Prevents the heart from beating to slowly • Carry oxygen rich blood throughout the body • Wall that separates the chambers in your heart • Blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients • ...
Cardiac Unit EMS 2023-12-06
11 Clues: <60 BPM • Heart Attack • Abnormal Heart Rate • Heart's Main Artery • Crushing Chest Pain • Lack of heart rhythm • Name for heart muscle • inside diameter of an artery • To stop abnormal heart rhythm • Plaque buildup, Narrowing Vessels • Arteries which deliver blood to heart muscle
Megan 2023-12-01
Unit 12 Crossword Puzzle 2013-05-22
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- _________________ kills about 430,000 Americans per year
- It is normal for someone to be ___________ before they take their final exams
- The name for the place where the digestive and respiratory systems meet
- There are 5 of them: smell, see, touch, taste, hear
- the name of an extension that conducts signals toward a neuron or effector
- The name of the disease that causes alveoli to disintegrate
- They return blood to the heart
- The name of the nervous system that carries impulses in/out of the CNS
- They carry blood away from the heart
- The term for when the heart is in its contraction phase
- The name of the part of the brain that controls intelligence, personality, etc
- Another name for Red Blood Cells
- The name of the structures in the blood vessels where gas exchange occurs
- If you are smart, you may be said to have ‘___
- The name of the system that consists of organs facilitating gas exchange
- The term for when the heart is in its relaxation phase
- The name of the system made up of the heart and blood vessels
- The name of the master control center of the nervous system
- The process of alternating between the processes of inhaling and exhaling
- The name of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord
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- The name of the layers of connective tissue that protect the brain
- The name for the structures that lead to each lung
- The name of the heart chamber that pumps blood
- The name for anything that causes a nerve signal to start
- A ________ cup of soup will warm you up on a cold day
- The name of the respiratory surfaces found in the outfoldings of aquatic animals
- There’s _____chambers of a mammals’ heart; the same number of seasons per year
- Another name for White Blood Cells
- The nickname of the SA (sinoatrial) node
- The name for the concentration of the nervous system at the head end
- The name for the sheet of muscle that borders the bottom of the lungs
- The name of the part of the brain that controls heart rate and breathing
- The name for the ‘voice box’
- The name of the heart chamber that receives blood
34 Clues: The name for the ‘voice box’ • They return blood to the heart • Another name for Red Blood Cells • Another name for White Blood Cells • They carry blood away from the heart • The nickname of the SA (sinoatrial) node • The name of the heart chamber that pumps blood • If you are smart, you may be said to have ‘___ • The name of the heart chamber that receives blood • ...
Biology Crossword ( 3 Science ) 2022-05-26
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- prevent the backward flow of blood.
- a circulatory system in which the blood makes two distinct circuits
- a group of cells that have similar structure and that function together as a unit.
- These narrow tubes carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
- a blood cell with large percentage of oxygen and low in carbon dioxide.
- heart chamber that receives blood into the heart and drives it into a ventricle, or chamber, for pumping blood away from the heart.
- pieces of very large cells in the bone marrow called megakaryocytes.
- a partition separating two chambers, such as that between the nostrils or the chambers of the heart.
- acid
- carry deoxygenated blood towards your heart and are often located close to your skin.
- provides the functional blood supply to all body tissue.
- a toxin or other foreign substance which induces an immune response in the body, especially the production of antibodies.
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- It is located in the bottom left portion of the heart below the left atrium, separated by the mitral valve.
- the network of capillaries (microvessels) and a large network of tubes located throughout your body that transport lymph away from tissues.
- delicate blood vessels that exist throughout your body.
- helps to maintain the pressure of blood moving through the system.
- It is a muscle that pumps blood to all parts of your body.
- the main artery that carries blood away from your heart to the rest of your body.
- is a type of white blood cell in the immune system
- the clear, straw-colored liquid portion of blood that remains after red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and other cellular components are removed.
- net movement of anything generally from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.
- Fight Bacteria
- the largest vein in the body.
- a blood protein produced in response to and counteracting a specific antigen. Antibodies combine chemically with substances which the body recognizes as alien, such as bacteria, viruses, and foreign substances in the blood.
- he spongy tissue inside some of your bones, such as your hip and thigh bones.
- carry blood from the right side of the heart to the lungs.
26 Clues: acid • Fight Bacteria • the largest vein in the body. • prevent the backward flow of blood. • is a type of white blood cell in the immune system • delicate blood vessels that exist throughout your body. • provides the functional blood supply to all body tissue. • It is a muscle that pumps blood to all parts of your body. • ...
respiratory and cardiovascular system 2025-05-31
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- the condition of having too much oxygen in the blood
- delivering blood to the body's tissues, organs, and cells
- full name of node that generates electrical impulses that initiate and regulate the heart beat
- the two layered sac encapsulating the heart
- covers trachea to prevent food from entering the airway
- the inner most later of the paricardial sac
- corresponds to the heart's contraction
- the respiratory system supplies the body with - ?
- air passageway between nasal cavity and larynx
- the condition of the pH level in the body being too low
- leas air to alveoli
- where the oxygen and carbon dioxide gas exchange occurs
- the layer containing the contracting muscle of the heart
- movement of air in and out of the lungs
- the low end of the pH scale
- area refered to as "anatomical dead space"
- represents the heart's relaxation
- the artioventricular valve on the left side the heart
- the outer most later of the heart
- the valve between the left ventricle and the aorta
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- the outer later of the paricardial sac
- the high end of the pH scale
- the condition of the pH level in the body being too high
- drawing air into the lungs aka inhalation
- slow breathing
- air passage between the larynx and the bronchi. cleans and warms air
- phase where heart fills back up with blood
- the valve between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery
- the inner most layer of the heart
- fast breathing
- the main air passage between the trachea and the lungs
- the condition of having too little oxygen in the lungs
- the middle later of the heart
- the atrioventricular valve on the right side of the heart
- filters, warms, and humidifies air upon intake. also plays a role in smell
- the conditon of having too much carbon dioxide in the blood
- the respiratory system eliminates ____ from the body
- pushing air out of the lungs aka exhalation
- phase where the heart pumps out blood through the arteries
- contains the vocal cords and regulates air and food to the proper channels
- the condition of not having enough carbon dioxide in the blood
- what returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart
- what transports oxygenated blood to the tissues
43 Clues: slow breathing • fast breathing • leas air to alveoli • the low end of the pH scale • the high end of the pH scale • the middle later of the heart • the inner most layer of the heart • represents the heart's relaxation • the outer most later of the heart • the outer later of the paricardial sac • corresponds to the heart's contraction • movement of air in and out of the lungs • ...
Biology Crossword 2026-03-09
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- upper chamber of the heart that receives blood
- substance obtained from food used for energy growth or repair
- total of all chemical reactions occurring in an organism
- system group of organs working together to perform major body functions
- shortening of a muscle that produces force
- maintenance of stable internal conditions in a living organism
- airway that carries air from the throat to the lungs
- system body system responsible for movement posture and heat production
- process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body
- group of similar cells working together to perform a function
- circulation movement of blood between heart and the rest of the body
- circulation movement of blood between heart and lungs
- rigid connective tissue that forms the skeleton
- lower chamber of the heart that pumps blood out of the heart
- muscle that contracts to expand the lungs during inhalation
- blood vessel that carries blood toward the heart
- system framework of bones that supports and protects the body
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- location where two or more bones meet
- mechanical and chemical breakdown of food into absorbable molecules
- tiny air sac in the lungs where gas exchange occurs
- muscle involuntary muscle found in organs and blood vessels
- wave like muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract
- large airway that branches from the trachea into the lungs
- flexible connective tissue that cushions joints
- tissue specialized tissue that contracts to produce movement
- microscopic vessel where gas nutrient and waste exchange occurs
- connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone
- soft tissue inside bones where blood cells are produced
- straightening movement that increases the angle of a joint
- blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
- connective tissue that connects bone to bone
- movement of digested nutrients into the bloodstream
- bending movement that decreases the angle of a joint
- muscle specialized muscle tissue found only in the heart
- muscle voluntary muscle attached to bones that moves the skeleton
- biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in cells
- structure made of multiple tissues performing a specific function
- structure that prevents backflow of blood in the heart
- system that transports blood nutrients gases and wastes throughout the body
- protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen
40 Clues: location where two or more bones meet • shortening of a muscle that produces force • connective tissue that connects bone to bone • protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen • upper chamber of the heart that receives blood • connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone • flexible connective tissue that cushions joints • ...
Cardiovascular 2023-12-20
11 Clues: pain • hidden • accident • heart attack • blood in vomit • smallest vessel • relaxation of heart • largest artery in body • brings blood toward heart • cutting and reattaching vessels • heart beats ineffectively drowning heart
Heart EOY revision 2023-05-10
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- Name the bones that protect the heart.
- Name the pipe that goes from the mouth to the
- Name the type of blood that is on the left side of the heart.
- Name the adjective for the vessels that supply oxygen to the heart muscles.
- Name the organ that pumps blood around the body.
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- Name the type of muscles that join the ribs together.
- Name the blood vessel type that is found within organs that link arteries and veins
- Name the blood vessel type that carries blood from the heart to other parts of the body.
- Name the type of blood that is on the right side of the heart.
- Name the organ that helps oxygen diffuse into the blood.
- Name the blood vessel type that carries blood from the organs back to the heart.
- Name the upper chambers of the heart.
- Name the colour of Plasma.
13 Clues: Name the colour of Plasma. • Name the upper chambers of the heart. • Name the bones that protect the heart. • Name the pipe that goes from the mouth to the • Name the organ that pumps blood around the body. • Name the type of muscles that join the ribs together. • Name the organ that helps oxygen diffuse into the blood. • ...
Hcf review 2023-05-01
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- tooth pain
- attacks the toxin in the blood
- inflammation of the stomach
- Around
- pertaining to the urethra
- picture of brain activity
- fluid build up in limbs
- red blood cell
- head ache
- bleeding
- pertaining to hormones
- condition of low blood sugar
- Chest
- Fast heart rate
- inflammation of the bladder
- no appetite
- lack of blood flow
- difficult swallowing
- inflammation of the gallbladder
- picture of the bladder
- releasing an egg
- Pouring across
- end stage renal disease
- disease of the white blood cell
- creation of sperm
- Inflammation of the heart
- pouring across
- filtration of blood
- disease that attacks the immune system
- Condition of low oxygen
- Specialist
- secrete within
- toxin in the blood
- pertaining to the cervix
- surgical incision of the skull
- study of the immune system
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- Surgical incision of the chest
- Surgical removal
- Pertaining to heart and lungs
- pertaining to under the tongue
- surgical removal of the prostate
- Stomach
- puncture of a vein
- High blood pressure
- Difficult breathing
- picture of heart activity
- slow heart rate
- Enlarged heart
- action of chewing
- condition of low thyroid
- slow movement
- hormonal balance
- pertaining to behind the peritoneum
- specialist of women
- protein in the blood
- inflammation of the pancreas
- suture of a nerve
- clot buster
- excessive feeling
- surgical incision of the intestine
- abnormal condition within the uterus
- painful menstruation
- inability to contain
- Heart
- study of diseases
- Without breath
- partial paralysis
- surgical removal of an ovary
- Inflammation of the pharynx
- painful urination
70 Clues: Chest • Heart • Around • Stomach • bleeding • head ache • tooth pain • Specialist • no appetite • clot buster • slow movement • Enlarged heart • red blood cell • Pouring across • pouring across • Without breath • secrete within • slow heart rate • Fast heart rate • Surgical removal • hormonal balance • releasing an egg • action of chewing • suture of a nerve • excessive feeling • creation of sperm • study of diseases • ...
Module 5: Physical Activity Crossword Puzzle Review 2022-02-01
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- Planned, structured, repetitive movement intended to improve or maintain physical fitness
- Beliefs that a person holds to be true in their head either regarding themself or physical activity
- Factors that ___ heart rate include guided breathing, relaxation techniques, stretching, and slow walk
- Performed after physical activity to gradually decrease heart rate and breathing
- Any form of movement that causes your body to use energy
- Physical aspects of our life that contribute to the lack of physical activity being performed
- Performed before physical activity to gradually increase heart rate and breathing
- Something that prevents you from participating in physical activity
- The number of times your heart beats per minute
- Your heart pumping the lowest amount of blood needed because your body is resting and not exercising
- The recommended amount of time for children/adolescents to participate in physical activity each day
- 220-__ is the formula for maximum heart rate
- Factors that ___ heart rate include air temperature, emotions, intense physical activity, and sickness
- Type of activity that produces a force on the bones to promote bone growth and strength
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- Type of activity that involved large muscles moving together for a long period of time
- Factors we are surrounded by that influence our participation in physical activity
- Zone in which you gain the most benefits and lessen the risks
- Type of activity that involves lifting heavy objects multiple times to train various muscle groups or using elastic bands and body weight for resistance
- The upper limit of what your cardiovascular system can handle during physical activity
- Artery found in the underside of your wrist
- Artery found in the side of your neck
21 Clues: Artery found in the side of your neck • Artery found in the underside of your wrist • 220-__ is the formula for maximum heart rate • The number of times your heart beats per minute • Any form of movement that causes your body to use energy • Zone in which you gain the most benefits and lessen the risks • ...
The Cardiovascular World 2025-11-18
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- monitor / a portable device that produces an EKG when several electrodes have been connected to the chest
- / process of cutting
- passes over the left ventricle and runs down in front of the backbone
- / an illness in which the pericardial sac around the heart is inflamed
- veins / are swollen and dilated veins, which are often veins found in the legs which can cause pain
- / apart or through
- / many
- / beyond or excess
- / rupture
- / a well known instrument used to measure pressure which is usually placed on the arm
- / atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
- fine,branching blood vessels that form a connection between the arterioles and venules
- syndrome / causes blood vessels to narrow down so badly that it causes discoloration, pain, and numbness
- / coronary care unit
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- Valve a one-way valve in the heart that controls the stream of deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle into the pulmonary artery
- Ventricle / one of the four chambers in the heart that receives oxygen-poor blood
- artery disease / a narrowing in the arteries surrounding the heart is
- / hypertension
- / acute myocardial infarction
- / a procedure done in a specialized area of radiology. X-ray dye is injected into blood vessels
- / mitral valve prolapse
- a very small vein
- Enzyme Test / is used to measure certain items in the blood that can indicate heart muscle damage
- / the thin, smooth membrane that lines the inside of the chambers of the heart
- / electrolytes
- infarction / when a part of the heart doesn’t get the blood flow it needs it is a
- ultrasonography / uses ultrasound to look at blood going through vessels to determine if they are narrowed or have a thrombus
- / enlarged
- / dyspnea on exertion
- / around
- / premature ventricular contraction
31 Clues: / many • / around • / rupture • / enlarged • / hypertension • / electrolytes • a very small vein • / apart or through • / beyond or excess • / process of cutting • / coronary care unit • / dyspnea on exertion • / mitral valve prolapse • / acute myocardial infarction • / premature ventricular contraction • / atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease • ...
The Circulatory System 2021-01-12
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- a tiny blood vessel
- a waste product in the blood that comes from the breakdown of proteins
- blood carries this to our cells
- a blood cell that carries oxygen throughout the body
- – a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart.
- the muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body
- this type of circulation is the flow of blood between the heart and cells of the body.
- – structures that open and close to control blood flow through the heart
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- - either of the two upper chambers of the heart that receives blood from veins.
- – a small blood cell that helps the blood to clot
- – the artery that carries blood from the right ventricle to the lungs
- either of the two lower chambers of the heart that pumps blood through
- a blood vessel that carries blood to the heart
- a blood cell that fights infection by destroying microscopic, disease causing organisms
14 Clues: a tiny blood vessel • blood carries this to our cells • a blood vessel that carries blood to the heart • – a small blood cell that helps the blood to clot • a blood cell that carries oxygen throughout the body • the muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body • – a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart. • ...
Biology reviewer 2014-05-16
Across
- flap-like structures located between the atria and the ventricles
- the fluid that carries gases, nutrients, and wastes through the body and that is made up of plasma, red blood cells, platelets, and white blood cells
- an immune system cell that engulfs pathogens and other materials
- the fluid that is collected by the lymphatic vessels and nodes
- lower chamber in the heart
- a type of cardiovascular disease that happens when cholesterol builds up inside of blood vessels
- the ability to resist or recover from an infectious disease
- type of circulation which deals with the flow of blood from the heart to the lungs and back to the heart
- an oxygen carrying protein
- injection of blood or blood components into a person to replace the blood that has been lost
- a protein made by B cells that binds to a specific antigen
- an immune system cell that coordinates the immune system and attacks many infected cells
- upper chamber in the heart
- made of mostly cardiac tissue
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- type of circulation which deals with the flow of blood from the heart to all the parts of the body and back to the heart
- in biology, a vessel that carries blood to the heart
- pieces of larger cells found in bone marrow
- – bacteria, viruses, and other microscopic particles that make you sick
- substance that can kill bacteria or slow the growth of bacteria
- abnormally high blood pressure
- a type of fungus humans can get from handling infected dogs or cats
- method of using heat to kill bacteria
- the largest lymphatic organ in the body
- small round masses of lymphatic tissue located at the pharynx; helps protect your throat by trapping pathogens a microorganism, another organism, a virus, or a protein that causes disease
- blood vessels in the brain becomes clogged or ruptures
- type of white blood cells that help your body fight pathogens
- chemical signals which helps in regulation of the body
- the main gland in the lymphatic system; it produces mature lymphocytes
- a reaction to harmless or common substance by the body’s immune system
- a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to the body’s organs
- a white blood cell that makes antibodies
31 Clues: lower chamber in the heart • an oxygen carrying protein • upper chamber in the heart • made of mostly cardiac tissue • abnormally high blood pressure • method of using heat to kill bacteria • the largest lymphatic organ in the body • a white blood cell that makes antibodies • pieces of larger cells found in bone marrow • in biology, a vessel that carries blood to the heart • ...
M2 Core Science Midterm Review 2025 2025-07-08
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- The tiny filtering unit inside each kidney.
- The valve found on the right side of the heart, between the atrium and ventricle.
- The gas your body gets rid of when you breathe out.
- When blood flow to a part of the brain is stopped or blocked.
- Blood vessels that carry blood BACK to the heart.
- The valve found on the left side of the heart, between the atrium and ventricle (also called Mitral).
- Tiny air sacs in the lungs where oxygen goes into the blood.
- The main organ of the circulatory system that pumps blood.
- The body system that removes liquid waste from your blood.
- The gas your body needs from the air to live.
- The body's largest artery; it carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body.
- The type of blood cells that receive and deliver oxygen.
- What the bladder wall does when it squeezes to push out urine.
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- The main tube (also called windpipe) that air travels down to reach your lungs.
- Smaller tubes inside the lungs that branch off from the bronchi.
- The tube that carries urine from each kidney down to the bladder.
- The body system that moves blood, oxygen, and nutrients around your body.
- The organ that stores urine until your body is ready to release it.
- Short name for Coronary Artery Disease.
- The small, tangled ball of tiny vessels that first filters blood inside the nephron.
- The liquid waste removed from your blood by the kidneys.
- A large vein that brings oxygen-poor blood from the body back to the heart.
- The body system that helps you breathe in and out.
- Two bean-shaped organs that filter your blood and make urine.
- A part inside the heart that stops blood from flowing backward.
- The two large tubes that split from the trachea and go into each lung.
- The main organs of the respiratory system inside your chest.
- Blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood AWAY from the heart.
- The total number of main chambers (rooms) in the human heart.
- A respiratory disease that makes it hard to breathe out.
30 Clues: Short name for Coronary Artery Disease. • The tiny filtering unit inside each kidney. • The gas your body needs from the air to live. • Blood vessels that carry blood BACK to the heart. • The body system that helps you breathe in and out. • The gas your body gets rid of when you breathe out. • The liquid waste removed from your blood by the kidneys. • ...
Circulatory system 2022-03-23
Across
- circulation that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body
- wall to separate ventricles and atriums
- makes blood & oxygen flow through the body and helps the body.
- they carry oxygenated blood to the heart
- separates vanes and arteries
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- carries oxigenated blood away from the heart
- the heart turns red blood to o2 blood here.
- circulation that carries unoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs
- from red blood to o2 blood on systemic cells, and blood to red blood in the lungs. this is a loop
- separates left side and right side of the heart
- carries oxigenated blod to the heart
- there are different types
12 Clues: there are different types • separates vanes and arteries • carries oxigenated blod to the heart • wall to separate ventricles and atriums • they carry oxygenated blood to the heart • the heart turns red blood to o2 blood here. • separates left side and right side of the heart • carries oxigenated blood away from the heart • ...
cardiac 2022-05-12
Across
- inadequate blood supply to heart muscles
- this condition makes it hard for the heart to deliver blood to the body and can lead to heart failure
- enlarged heart
- pertaining to between the atrium
- irregular heart beat
Down
- heart rate is below 60
- heart specialist
- a rupture of the heart wall
- inflammation of lining membranes of the heart
- heart rate is 100+
10 Clues: enlarged heart • heart specialist • heart rate is 100+ • irregular heart beat • heart rate is below 60 • a rupture of the heart wall • pertaining to between the atrium • inadequate blood supply to heart muscles • inflammation of lining membranes of the heart • this condition makes it hard for the heart to deliver blood to the body and can lead to heart failure
Human Body System 2023-10-31
Across
- example finger-like shape
- example lower chamber of the heart
- example forms scabs
- example connects veins and artery”s
- example a large sac
- example connects mouth to stomach
- example carry oxygen from the lungs to the body
- example absorbs water
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- example liquid part of blood
- example carries blood from the heart
- example carries blood to the heart
- example absorbs nutrients
- example upper chamber of the heart
- example fights of disease
- example where digestion begins
15 Clues: example forms scabs • example a large sac • example absorbs water • example finger-like shape • example absorbs nutrients • example fights of disease • example liquid part of blood • example where digestion begins • example connects mouth to stomach • example carries blood to the heart • example lower chamber of the heart • example upper chamber of the heart • ...
Human Body Vocabulary 2019-12-12
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- Filters out blood
- Connects veins and Arterys
- Aloows air to pass in and out of the lungs
- Exchanges the gase in blood
- Helps form scabs
- Process of which the body removes waste
- Carries Blood away from away from the heart
- The lower chamber of the heart
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- Carries Oxygen to the Lungs
- Uppet Part of the Heart
- Absorbs Water
- Absorbs most Food
- Carries blood back to the heart
- Carrie ocygen from the Bronchi to the Alveoli
- Liquid part of blood
15 Clues: Absorbs Water • Helps form scabs • Filters out blood • Absorbs most Food • Liquid part of blood • Uppet Part of the Heart • Connects veins and Arterys • Carries Oxygen to the Lungs • Exchanges the gase in blood • The lower chamber of the heart • Carries blood back to the heart • Process of which the body removes waste • Aloows air to pass in and out of the lungs • ...
Ava's cross word puzzle 2024-05-15
Across
- A process that plants go through
- The upper Chambers of the heart
- Small veins
- Carry blood away from the heart
- Regulate temperature
- Small fragments of cells
- Hip bone
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- Carry blood back to the heart
- The protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
- Longest bone in your arm
- The liquid part of the blood
- Blood is apart of the ___________ system
- ____ & Socket joint
- Lower chambers of the heart
- On the top of your knee
15 Clues: Hip bone • Small veins • ____ & Socket joint • Regulate temperature • On the top of your knee • Longest bone in your arm • Small fragments of cells • Lower chambers of the heart • The liquid part of the blood • Carry blood back to the heart • The upper Chambers of the heart • Carry blood away from the heart • A process that plants go through • Blood is apart of the ___________ system • ...
Cardiovascular crossword 2023-03-09
Across
- largest vein
- Automatic External Defibrillator acronym
- bluish skin tone caused by lack of oxygen
- use of a balloon-tipped catheter to dilate a valve
- also known as left ventricular assist device
- another name for sinoatrial node
- largest artery
- Greek for contraction
- inflammation of the membrane that surrounds the heart
Down
- heartrate less than 60 BPM
- CHF
- inner lining of the heart
- abnormal sound in heart caused by improper valve closure
- heart attack
- yellow plaque deposits in the lining of the artery
15 Clues: CHF • largest vein • heart attack • largest artery • Greek for contraction • inner lining of the heart • heartrate less than 60 BPM • another name for sinoatrial node • Automatic External Defibrillator acronym • bluish skin tone caused by lack of oxygen • also known as left ventricular assist device • use of a balloon-tipped catheter to dilate a valve • ...
Cardio and Blood Systems 2022-03-29
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- Deficiency of all (blood) cells
- Abbreviation of Congestive Heart Failure
- Abbreviation of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Enlargement of the heart
- Abbreviation of Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
- The process of formation of thrombocytes or platelets
- Mechanical separation of white blood cells from the rest of the blood
- Abbreviation of Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty
- Abnormal condition of bluish coloration of the skin
- Abbreviation of Myocardial Infarction
- Abbreviation of Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
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- X-ray record of blood vessels
- An operation to remove a thrombus along with intima and atheromatous material from an occluded artery
- Rapid heartbeat
- Surgical repair of a blood vessel
- Stoppage of bleeding or the flow of blood
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Surgical incision of an artery
- Abbreviation of Coronary Artery Disease
19 Clues: Rapid heartbeat • Abnormal heart rhythm • Enlargement of the heart • X-ray record of blood vessels • Surgical incision of an artery • Deficiency of all (blood) cells • Surgical repair of a blood vessel • Abbreviation of Myocardial Infarction • Abbreviation of Coronary Artery Disease • Abbreviation of Congestive Heart Failure • Stoppage of bleeding or the flow of blood • ...
Circulatory System and Blood 2022-01-26
Across
- Blood vessels that carry blood to the heart.
- What kind of organ is the heart?
- What is another name for the circulatory system?
- What are the lower chambers called?
- What is located at the top of your heart?
- Is the least common blood type positive or negative?
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- Is the most common blood type positive or negative?
- Brings _____ to all your cells.
- What are the top chambers called?
- Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.
- ________muscle: muscle found in the heart.
- What are the 4 _____ in a heart called?
- Blood types are determined by your _____.
13 Clues: Brings _____ to all your cells. • What kind of organ is the heart? • What are the top chambers called? • What are the lower chambers called? • What are the 4 _____ in a heart called? • Blood types are determined by your _____. • What is located at the top of your heart? • ________muscle: muscle found in the heart. • Blood vessels that carry blood to the heart. • ...
human body system review 2019-12-09
Across
- carries blood away from the heart
- smallest blood vessel
- Allows air to pass to and from lungs
- Tiny finger-shaped structures
- lower chamber of the heart
- where digestion begins
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- Liquid part of blood
- A muscular tube
- tiny sacs of lung tissue
- Airways in the lungs that lead from the bronchi to the alveoli
- The passages that direct air into the lungs
- a cell fragment
- large muscular sac
- upper chamber of the heart
- carries blood back to the heart
15 Clues: A muscular tube • a cell fragment • large muscular sac • Liquid part of blood • smallest blood vessel • where digestion begins • tiny sacs of lung tissue • upper chamber of the heart • lower chamber of the heart • Tiny finger-shaped structures • carries blood back to the heart • carries blood away from the heart • Allows air to pass to and from lungs • ...
Human Body System Crossword Puzzle! 2021-12-09
Across
- Connects Veins and Arteries.
- Carries it INto the heart.
- mechanical and chemical digestion of food.
- Carries it Away from the heart.
- covers inner surface of small intestine.
- organ where it absorbs the most nutrients.
- where the digestion begins.
- Liquid Blood.
- it forms scabs.
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- it absorbs water.
- Lower chamber of the heart.
- This Blood cell fights diseases.
- Upper chamber of the heart.
- carries oxygen from lungs to rest of body.
- connects mouth to stomach.
15 Clues: Liquid Blood. • it forms scabs. • it absorbs water. • Carries it INto the heart. • connects mouth to stomach. • Lower chamber of the heart. • Upper chamber of the heart. • where the digestion begins. • Connects Veins and Arteries. • Carries it Away from the heart. • This Blood cell fights diseases. • covers inner surface of small intestine. • ...
Systems 2015-06-18
Across
- enzyme which digests fats
- produces digestive enzymes
- pumping chamber of the heart
- small finger-like projections in the small intestine
- receiving chamber of the heart
- blood cells which fight disease
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- chemical which helps lipase digest fats
- enzyme which digests proteins
- term for "windwipe"
- muscle which helps you breathe
- blood vessel leaving the heart
- small sacs which exchange gases
- blood vessel entering the heart
- another term for large intestine
- blood cells which carry oxygen
15 Clues: term for "windwipe" • enzyme which digests fats • produces digestive enzymes • pumping chamber of the heart • enzyme which digests proteins • muscle which helps you breathe • blood vessel leaving the heart • receiving chamber of the heart • blood cells which carry oxygen • small sacs which exchange gases • blood vessel entering the heart • blood cells which fight disease • ...
ethan fields 2014-05-16
Across
- arm straightens
- located inside your skull
- is a tissue that is made of liquid
- large spongelike organs
- made up of three parts
- are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
- which is produced by saliva glands
- stomach and intestines
- the vessels that return blood to the heart
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- found in the heart
- is the process food breaks down
- arm bends
- help repair blood vessels
- attached to the bones
- is a four chambered organ
15 Clues: arm bends • arm straightens • found in the heart • attached to the bones • made up of three parts • stomach and intestines • large spongelike organs • located inside your skull • help repair blood vessels • is a four chambered organ • is the process food breaks down • is a tissue that is made of liquid • which is produced by saliva glands • the vessels that return blood to the heart • ...
Ch 13 2025-04-04
Across
- detects drugs and posions
- donates hydrogen ion to compound
- blood vessel carring towards the heart
- passage of alcohol across stomach and SI
- small sacs in the lungs
- accepts hydrogen ion
- stops growth of microorganisms
- exchange of materials between tissue and heart
- elimination of alcohol in uncharged state
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- prevents blood vessel carring towards the heart
- chemical reactions produce electricity
- facilitates elimination
- acidity of a substance
- oxygen with substances producing products
- blood vessel carring away from heart
15 Clues: accepts hydrogen ion • acidity of a substance • facilitates elimination • small sacs in the lungs • detects drugs and posions • stops growth of microorganisms • donates hydrogen ion to compound • blood vessel carring away from heart • chemical reactions produce electricity • blood vessel carring towards the heart • passage of alcohol across stomach and SI • ...
ATTR-CM 2024-12-27
Across
- A diagnostic test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of the heart.
- A disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body, potentially leading to heart failure.
- A contrast agent used in MRI to enhance image quality.
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
- Relating to the muscular tissue of the heart.
- A phosphate derivative used as a radioactive tracer in cardiac imaging.
- A protein that transports thyroid hormones and retinol (vitamin A) in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid.
- The space between tissues or organs, particularly between heart muscle cells in this context.
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- A condition where abnormal proteins called amyloids build up in tissues and organs.
- Relating to substances that promote sodium excretion and urine production.
- Relating to the innermost layer of heart muscle tissue.
- A diagnostic test that uses radioactive tracers to create images of organs and tissues in the body.
- A protein that regulates various metabolic processes and is associated with aging and cardiovascular health.
- Reduced or decreased movement of part or all of the heart muscle.
14 Clues: Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. • Relating to the muscular tissue of the heart. • A contrast agent used in MRI to enhance image quality. • Relating to the innermost layer of heart muscle tissue. • Reduced or decreased movement of part or all of the heart muscle. • A phosphate derivative used as a radioactive tracer in cardiac imaging. • ...
Cardiovascular system ACMGEN314 2025-01-29
Across
- Main vessel leaving the heart
- IV stands for
- vein used to place forelimb IV catheter
- separates chambers in the heart
- side of heart pumping blood to body
- liquid part of blood with cells removed
Down
- transported by red blood cells
- number of heart chambers in reptiles
- sac enclosing heart
- aid blood clotting
- main vein in the neck region
- smallest blood vessel
- main blood vessel in the hind limb
13 Clues: IV stands for • aid blood clotting • sac enclosing heart • smallest blood vessel • main vein in the neck region • Main vessel leaving the heart • transported by red blood cells • separates chambers in the heart • main blood vessel in the hind limb • side of heart pumping blood to body • number of heart chambers in reptiles • vein used to place forelimb IV catheter • ...
Unit 1.00 Puzzle 2021-01-25
Across
- pertaining to heart
- pertaining to the internal organs
- pertaining to
- pertaining to a watery substance
- pertaining to around the heart
- to destroy rod-shaped microorganisms
- pertaining to the wall of a body cavity
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- pertaining to a slimy substance
- guts or internal organs
- slime
- to kill or destroy
- fatty
- single-cell microorganisms
- heart
- around
- watery
- pertaining to fatty
- wall
18 Clues: wall • slime • fatty • heart • around • watery • pertaining to • to kill or destroy • pertaining to heart • pertaining to fatty • guts or internal organs • single-cell microorganisms • pertaining to around the heart • pertaining to a slimy substance • pertaining to a watery substance • pertaining to the internal organs • to destroy rod-shaped microorganisms • pertaining to the wall of a body cavity
circulatory system 2022-09-08
Across
- Largest artery in your body
- Connect arterioles with venules
- Carries oxygenated blood away from the heart
- Small veins
Down
- Small arteries
- Stop blood flowing backward in the heart
- Four main sections of the heart
- Returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart
- The lower chambers of the heart
- Main organ of the circulatory system
- The upper chambers of the heart
11 Clues: Small veins • Small arteries • Largest artery in your body • Four main sections of the heart • Connect arterioles with venules • The lower chambers of the heart • The upper chambers of the heart • Main organ of the circulatory system • Stop blood flowing backward in the heart • Returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart • Carries oxygenated blood away from the heart
Circulatory system 2022-05-26
Across
- A blood vessel that carries blood to the heart from tissues and organs in the body.
- the largest vein in the body.
- heart chamber that receives blood into the heart and drives it into a ventricle, or chamber, for pumping blood away from the heart.
- small, colorless cell fragments in our blood that form clots and stop or prevent bleeding.
- A protein made by plasma cells (a type of white blood cell) in response to an antigen (a substance that causes the body to make a specific immune response).
- white blood cells and one of the body's main types of immune cells.
- an organic chemical that contains genetic information and instructions for protein synthesis.
- the clear, straw-colored liquid portion of blood that remains after red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and other cellular components are removed.
- the main chamber of your heart.
- immune cells that play a critical role in both the early and late stages of immune responses.
- provides the functional blood supply to all body tissue.
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- carry a large volume of blood from the heart to the kidneys.
- a muscular organ in the chest.
- carry blood from the right side of the heart to the lungs.
- process resulting from random motion of molecules by which there is a net flow of matter from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.
- the blood that has been exposed to oxygen in the lungs.
- the main artery that carries blood away from your heart to the rest of your body.
- basic and fundamental beliefs that guide or motivate attitudes or actions.
- a dividing wall or membrane especially between bodily spaces or masses of soft tissue
- a circulatory system in which the blood makes two distinct circuits
- A thin tube that carries lymph (lymphatic fluid) and white blood cells through the lymphatic system.
- Any substance that causes the body to make an immune response against that substance.
- the spongy tissue inside some of your bones, such as your hip and thigh bones.
- The cavity or channel within a tube or tubular organ.
- group of cells that have similar structure and that function together as a unit.
25 Clues: the largest vein in the body. • a muscular organ in the chest. • the main chamber of your heart. • The cavity or channel within a tube or tubular organ. • the blood that has been exposed to oxygen in the lungs. • provides the functional blood supply to all body tissue. • carry blood from the right side of the heart to the lungs. • ...
PHAR227 Module 2 2023-03-03
Across
- An antihyperlipidemic drug class that primarily lowers triglycerides
- Solidification or change from a fluid state to a solid state, as in the formation of a blood clot
- Against + coagulation, an agent used to prevent the formation of blood clots
- The period when the heart is in a state of relaxation and dilation
- Chest pain caused by an inadequate supply of oxygen to the heart muscle
- High + tension, high blood pressure
- A tiny vessel that connects the ends of the smallest arteries (arterioles) to the smallest veins (venules), where exchange of nutrients, waste products, oxygen (O2), and carbon dioxide (CO2) occurs
- The sudden death of brain cells because oxygen deprivation from a blockage (ischemic stroke) or rupture (hemorrhagic stroke) of an artery to the brain impairs blood flow
- A protein that accelerates a reaction by reducing the amount of energy required to initiate the reaction
- Above + heart, the outer layer of the heart wall; the inner layer of the pericardium
- A clump of material, often a blood clot, that travels from one part of the body to another and obstructs a blood vessel; an embolus can consist of any material, including bacteria or air
- A tube inserted into a vessel or passageway to keep it open
- Widen + condition, a balloon-like bulge or dilation of an artery resulting from weakening of the arterial wall
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- Low + tension, low blood pressure
- An informal term for 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors referring to the last six letters in the name of each medication name in the class, for example, atorvastatin, simvastatin. Used for the treatment of hyperlipidemia, primarily to lower LDL cholesterol
- A vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the tissues of the body
- A steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates the salt and water balance in the body
- A class of drugs used to treat heart conditions, such as angina
- A set of conditions that occur together
- Around + heart, a fluid-filled membrane that surrounds the heart; also called the pericardial sac
- Abnormal or irregular heart rhythms
- A channel within a tube (eg, a blood vessel)
22 Clues: Low + tension, low blood pressure • High + tension, high blood pressure • Abnormal or irregular heart rhythms • A set of conditions that occur together • A channel within a tube (eg, a blood vessel) • A tube inserted into a vessel or passageway to keep it open • A class of drugs used to treat heart conditions, such as angina • ...
Systems: Vitals 2026-03-22
Across
- The study of the heart and its diseases.
- Specialized fibers that quickly spread the electrical signal through the ventricles to cause a coordinated contraction.
- A fast heart rate.
- Imaging of blood vessels.
- The yellowish liquid component of blood, comprising 90% water.
- blood pressure cuff, measures the pressure of blood against the blood vessels in millimeters of mercury written (mmHg)
- Cell fragments that enable clotting to stop bleeding.
- Hypotension
- The voice box, which connects the pharynx and trachea.
- Cells that transport oxygen from the lungs to body tissues.
- Receives oxygen-rich blood from the lungs.
- Tool used to amplify sounds of the body such as respirations, pulse, or gut sounds.
- The strongest chamber; it pumps oxygen-rich blood to the entire body.
- A slow heart rate.
- Tiny air sacs in the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged.
- minimum pressure reading, when the heart is at rest (between heart beats) Lower number.
- maximum pressure against blood vessels during contraction of the heart, (when the heart beats) Upper #
- widening of blood vessels, respectively.
- The narrowing of blood vessels, respectively.
- Pumps oxygen-poor blood to the lungs.
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- An irregular heartbeat.
- Immune cells that fight infections.
- The natural pacemaker in the right atrium that generates electrical impulses that coordinate the contraction of heart (starts the heartbeat.)
- A blood clot.
- High blood pressure
- Small branches of the bronchi that lead to the alveoli.
- Four one-way valves (tricuspid, pulmonary, mitral, and aortic) ensure blood flows in the correct direction and prevent backflow.
- The main muscle of breathing, located below the lungs.
- Membrane surrounding the lungs to reduce friction.
- The throat, which serves as a passageway for air and food.
- The main windpipe connecting the larynx to the lungs
- One of the two main air tubes branching from the trachea into the lungs.
- Blood rich in oxygen (usually in arteries)
- A "relay station" that delays the signal to allow the heart chambers to fill with blood.
- Blood poor in oxygen (usually in veins).
- Receives oxygen-poor blood from the body.
- Insufficient blood supply to a tissue due to blockage.
- A flap of tissue that covers the trachea during swallowing.
- Hair-like structures that move mucus and debris out of the lungs.
39 Clues: Hypotension • A blood clot. • A fast heart rate. • A slow heart rate. • High blood pressure • An irregular heartbeat. • Imaging of blood vessels. • Immune cells that fight infections. • Pumps oxygen-poor blood to the lungs. • The study of the heart and its diseases. • Blood poor in oxygen (usually in veins). • widening of blood vessels, respectively. • ...
jimbob's super sientific awesome circulartory system(with bad spelling) 2025-11-17
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- the thing that pumps blood through your body
- specilised cells that make up your heart
- transports oxygen, nutrients and hormones around body
- carries oxygen rich blood from heart
- the blood cells that float in you blood and defends you from desieses
- the name of the system that contains your heart and your blood vessles
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- carries oxygen around body
- how many times your heart beats in one minute
- the system thet the lungs are in
- carries your blood cells
- contains oxygen less blood
- allows exchange of oxygen, nutrients and waste with body tissues
- what you breath in from the air, necissary for survival
- what you breath out.
- lets you breath in and out, contains oxygen
- pumps oxygen rich blood out, main artery
16 Clues: what you breath out. • carries your blood cells • carries oxygen around body • contains oxygen less blood • the system thet the lungs are in • carries oxygen rich blood from heart • specilised cells that make up your heart • pumps oxygen rich blood out, main artery • lets you breath in and out, contains oxygen • the thing that pumps blood through your body • ...
chapter 6 2024-11-02
Across
- loss of sensation or feeling, usually achieved through medication
- is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
- care specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life.
- a sudden and severe onset of symptoms or illness.
- (ECG or EKO) a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
- infarction (MI) commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the
- (IV) a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein.
- a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body Hypertension: high blood pressure.
- the lower number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is resting.
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- a condition or disease that is long-lasting or recurrent.
- the higher number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is contracting.
- a medication that prevents blood clots.
- a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids.
- a localized response to injury or infection that is characterized by redness, swelling, and warmth.
- a blockage in a blood vessel, usually caused by a blood clot or other debris.
- a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to other parts of the body.
- an irregular heartbeat.
- a preventative treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection.
- a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel.
19 Clues: an irregular heartbeat. • a medication that prevents blood clots. • is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle. • a sudden and severe onset of symptoms or illness. • a condition or disease that is long-lasting or recurrent. • loss of sensation or feeling, usually achieved through medication • a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids. • ...
sat vocab 2021-02-26
20 Clues: gem • app • food • fairy • abject • trumpet • contrast • validness • boy skert • unmerited • dexterous • have a say • irish music • irish embelem • heart to heart • win the lottery • sense of beauty • express transport • occur sinultaneously • sausage and mash potoatos
Cardio-Pulmonary System 2022-05-04
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- vessel that carries the blood away from the heart to the organs in the body.
- force measured per unit area.
- the tissues and organs that bring the air in and out of your body to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.
- a system of tissues and vessels that transport blood throughout the body.
- microscopic blood vessel that delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells and picks up carbon dioxide and other waste products.
- blood pressure above the normal range.
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- a condition in which oxygen is not able to be delivered to the lungs or body.
- the result of insufficient blood flow to the heart, often resulting in tissue damage.
- the inability of the body to supply enough oxygen to meet tissue requirements.
- the process of air entering and exiting your lungs.
- an infection of the lungs caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites.
- the organs in the pulmonary system in which gas exchange occurs.
- death of brain tissue due to a blocked or ruptured blood vessel.
- the two lower chambers of the heart that pump the blood out of the heart.
- vessel that carries blood back to the heart.
- a common long-term disease that causes swelling of the airways to the lungs, often triggered by environmental factors.
- one of two upper chambers of the heart that receives the blood.
- the organ of the circulatory system that pumps the blood throughout the circulatory system.
18 Clues: force measured per unit area. • blood pressure above the normal range. • vessel that carries blood back to the heart. • the process of air entering and exiting your lungs. • one of two upper chambers of the heart that receives the blood. • the organs in the pulmonary system in which gas exchange occurs. • ...
Cryptic Crossword 2026-04-26
human body review 2019-12-09
Across
- windpipe
- fingure like that cover the inner surface of the small intestine
- lower part of the heart
- tissue working together
- passage air to lungs
- basic unit of life
- blood vessel that brings blood away from the heart
- upper part of the heart
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- the start of digestion
- tiny sacs
- filters waste from the blood
- stores urine
- blood vessesl that brings blood back to the heart
- the liquid part of blood
- a group of cells working together
15 Clues: windpipe • tiny sacs • stores urine • basic unit of life • passage air to lungs • the start of digestion • lower part of the heart • tissue working together • upper part of the heart • the liquid part of blood • filters waste from the blood • a group of cells working together • blood vessesl that brings blood back to the heart • blood vessel that brings blood away from the heart • ...
wellness review 2024-01-31
Across
- connective tissue found at end of bones
- Carries blood away from the heart
- Decrease in muscle strength from low usage
- Bones in your limbs
- Process where bones are repaired or formed
- Carries blood to the heart
- Makes up most of your blood
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- Muscle type found at the heart
- Air sac in the lungs
- Rupture to blood vessel
- the shortening or flexing of a muscle
- Curvature of spine
- Attaches muscle to bone
- Top chamber of the heart
- Center/Core Bones
15 Clues: Center/Core Bones • Curvature of spine • Bones in your limbs • Air sac in the lungs • Rupture to blood vessel • Attaches muscle to bone • Top chamber of the heart • Carries blood to the heart • Makes up most of your blood • Muscle type found at the heart • Carries blood away from the heart • the shortening or flexing of a muscle • connective tissue found at end of bones • ...
Congestive Heart Failure 2025-02-28
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- ___ depends on the heart rate and stroke volume.
- ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and aldosterone blockers reduce preload and __.
- ___ decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.
- In this type of failure, the heart increases its output, but the body's metabolic needs are still not met.
- ___ results in disruption of the normal myocardial extracellular structure and causes progressive myocyte contractile dysfunction over time.
- ___ -sided heart failure is defined as the inability to provide adequate blood flow into the pulmonary circulation at normal central venous pressure.
- The overall goals in the management of chronic left heart failure are based on current guidelines, severity, and to ___ preload and afterload.
- Heart failure with reduced EF.
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- This clinical manifestation occurs due to pulmonary congestion and reduced oxygen exchange.
- The most common primary cause of decreased contractility.
- Treatment with this class of medicines reduces preload
- Heart failure with preserved EF.
- ___ is estimated by measuring the EF and is influenced by three major determinants: (1) contractility, (2) preload, and (3) afterload.
- ___-sided heart failure is defined as the inability of the heart to generate an adequate cardiac output to perfuse vital tissues.
14 Clues: Heart failure with reduced EF. • Heart failure with preserved EF. • ___ depends on the heart rate and stroke volume. • Treatment with this class of medicines reduces preload • ___ decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. • The most common primary cause of decreased contractility. • ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and aldosterone blockers reduce preload and __. • ...
Wellness Review 2022-09-21
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- Bruised color, carries blood away from the heart
- ____ bones, a femur is one
- _____ heart rate, should not exceed 220-age
- disorder in which blood doesn't clot
- The more important part of the skeletal system includes the ribs and skull
- The entrance to the heart, or top two chambers
- _____ Health, involves values and beliefs
- The side of the heart responsible for pushing out blood
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- The shortening or flex of muscles
- makes up the majority of blood
- There are 206 of these in the human (adult) body
- attach bone to muscle
- means that muscles are decreasing
- ___ muscles: include heart, digestive system, and lungs
- ____ Respiration, supplying oxygen to the body
15 Clues: attach bone to muscle • ____ bones, a femur is one • makes up the majority of blood • The shortening or flex of muscles • means that muscles are decreasing • disorder in which blood doesn't clot • _____ Health, involves values and beliefs • _____ heart rate, should not exceed 220-age • The entrance to the heart, or top two chambers • ...
Cardio Vascular System 2023-03-09
Across
- This disease produces lesions that look like vegetations
- Rapid contractions of the atria (regular)
- The heart makes this abnormal sound
- Atherosclerosis is the result of this disease
- Congenital condition in which the ductus arteriosus remains open
- Four different defects of the heart (congenital)
- holes in the atria (small)
- Enlargement and prolapse of the mitral valve in the heart
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- Membrane surrounding the heart gets inflamed
- Coarctation of the aorta
- Blood pressure tents to be elevated
- Irregular contractions of the heart
- Thrombus formation in a large vein can cause pulmonary embolism
- The arterial wall gets dilated
- The legs, arms, kidneys and other organs don't get blood due to a blockage from the arteries
15 Clues: Coarctation of the aorta • holes in the atria (small) • The arterial wall gets dilated • Blood pressure tents to be elevated • Irregular contractions of the heart • The heart makes this abnormal sound • Rapid contractions of the atria (regular) • Membrane surrounding the heart gets inflamed • Atherosclerosis is the result of this disease • ...
The Circulatory System 2019-03-11
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- Arteries,veins, coronary and portal vessels
- Carries oxygenated blood from the heart to organs and tissues
- Cell fragments that travel in the blood to places where cuts need to be blocked
- Fight foreign cells including disease-causing pathogens
- Lungs
- vena cava Carry oxygen-poor blood into the heart
- Carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart
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- Pumps blood throughout the body through the circulatory system
- Where blood becomes oxygenated
- The heart
- Bring nutrients and oxygen to tissues and remove waste products
- Carried by a chemical called haemoglobin
- Carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart through the body
13 Clues: Lungs • The heart • Where blood becomes oxygenated • Carried by a chemical called haemoglobin • Carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart • Arteries,veins, coronary and portal vessels • vena cava Carry oxygen-poor blood into the heart • Fight foreign cells including disease-causing pathogens • Carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart through the body • ...
Circulatory System 2024-09-23
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- flap of tissue between each chamber of the heart the keeps blood moving in the right direction
- top chambers of the heart
- tiny blood cell parts that form clots and scabs
- bottom chambers of the heart
- cells in the blood that carry oxygen throughout the body
- largest vein in the body
- smallest blood vessels
Down
- blood veins that carry blood back to the heart
- blood cells that fight infection
- blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
- organ that pumps blood
- fluid that carries materials around the body
- largest artery in the body
13 Clues: organ that pumps blood • smallest blood vessels • largest vein in the body • top chambers of the heart • largest artery in the body • bottom chambers of the heart • blood cells that fight infection • fluid that carries materials around the body • blood veins that carry blood back to the heart • tiny blood cell parts that form clots and scabs • ...
Cardiorespiratory System 2018-04-10
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- / one thing that makes up the circulatory system
- / responsible for clotting
- / site of gas exchange between 02 and CO2
- / what colour blood cells transport O2 and CO2
- / divides the heart into left and right sides
- / carry blood towards the heart
- / oxygenated blood is pumped through this to the body
- / the bottom chambers of the heart
- / finer tubes branching from the bronchi. Terminate in millions of microscopic sacs called alveoli
- / portion of the pharynx containing vocal cords which allows speech
Down
- / what colour blood cells move to sites of infection to destroy bacteria
- / liquid portion of blood, suspends rest of components
- / one of the systems that make up the cardiorespiratory system
- / carry blood away from the heart
- / one thing that makes up the circulatory system
- / during expiration the volume of lungs _____________
- / gases move from high concentration to low concentration
- / one of the systems that make up the cardiorespiratory system
- / during inspiration the ______________ contracts and moves down
19 Clues: / responsible for clotting • / carry blood towards the heart • / carry blood away from the heart • / the bottom chambers of the heart • / site of gas exchange between 02 and CO2 • / divides the heart into left and right sides • / what colour blood cells transport O2 and CO2 • / one thing that makes up the circulatory system • ...
Medical Terminology Set 3 2024-02-14
23 Clues: fx • itis • head • heart • cheek • within • cancer • airway • Outside • state of • gynecology • well,normal • upper,above • Tuberculosis • genitourinary • origin,source • lumbar puncture • gastrointestinal • disease condition • painful,difficult • cerebrovascular accient • congestive heart failure • tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
I Still Call Australia Home 2022-10-25
29 Clues: far • sea • sun • men • know • busy • free • cold • love • spin • ship • city • wait • heart • world • women • leave • shore • again • visit • London • friend • always • family • travel • always • forever • together • Australia
lesson 6 med term 2022-05-11
20 Clues: ear • hair • vein • braid • mouth • heart • kidney • testis • smooth • tissue • eyelids • eyelash • voice sound • tissue cell • near the navel • tree, branching • above the kidneys • pain in the mouth • study of the body • record of heart sounds
Unit 19 Lessons #1 & #2 2026-02-03
25 Clues: BONE • WEAK • HEAL • COVID • BREAK • HEART • SPRAIN • DOCTOR • STRONG • CLINIC • HEALTHY • STOMACH • SYMPTOM • ALLERGY • PATIENT • VACCINE • HEADACHE • COUGHING • THROW-UP • DIZZINESS • AMBULANCE • TEMPERATURE • SORE-THROAT • WAITING-ROOM • EMERGENCY-ROOM
The Circulatory System 2023-03-08
Across
- The sinus node that allows your heart to beat
- Lets blood into the ventricle from the atrium
- The smallest type of blood vessel
- Only found in the heart
- The low-pressure part of the heart
Down
- A large vein that carries blood to the heart
- The high-pressure part of the heart
- carries blood to the heart
- The largest blood vessel in the body
- A thick wall of tissue that separates the heart into two sides
- carries blood away from the heart
11 Clues: Only found in the heart • carries blood to the heart • The smallest type of blood vessel • carries blood away from the heart • The low-pressure part of the heart • The high-pressure part of the heart • The largest blood vessel in the body • A large vein that carries blood to the heart • The sinus node that allows your heart to beat • ...
The Circulatory System 2023-03-06
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- The sinus node that allows your heart to beat
- The low-pressure part of the heart
- carries blood to the heart
- A thick wall of tissue that separates the heart into two sides
- A large vein that carries blood to the heart
- The high-pressure part of the heart
Down
- carries blood away from the heart
- Only found in the heart
- The smallest type of blood vessel
- Lets blood into the ventricle from the atrium
- The largest blood vessel in the body
11 Clues: Only found in the heart • carries blood to the heart • carries blood away from the heart • The smallest type of blood vessel • The low-pressure part of the heart • The high-pressure part of the heart • The largest blood vessel in the body • A large vein that carries blood to the heart • The sinus node that allows your heart to beat • ...
Unit 5 Crossword puzzle 2025-12-10
Across
- or lymph vessel Angi/o
- Phleb/o
- heart rate Bradycardia
- Cardi/o
- all disease of the heart muscle
- Thromb/o
- something inserted
- of a weakened portion of an arterial wall Anephlebitis: inflammation surgical repair
- fatty substance Ather/o
- Tachy
- Aort/o
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- -emia
- white blood cells
- the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by an embolus
- Arteri/o
- slows coagulation and prevents new clots from forming
- Ven/o
- inflammation of a vein
- plast
- mixture or blending -crasia
- Brady
21 Clues: -emia • Ven/o • plast • Brady • Tachy • Aort/o • Phleb/o • Cardi/o • Arteri/o • Thromb/o • white blood cells • something inserted • inflammation of a vein • heart rate Bradycardia • or lymph vessel Angi/o • fatty substance Ather/o • mixture or blending -crasia • all disease of the heart muscle • the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by an embolus • ...
circulatory-system-unit-crossword-puzzle 2022-11-15
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- A blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to parts of the body
- A chamber of the heart that receives blood with a thin wall and the heart has two of them.
- Is the smallest type of blood vessel and transports blood nutrient and oxygen to cells.
- Meaning without/lacking blood (hemoglobin or RBC). Effect o2 delivery due to iron deficiency, excess bleeding, lack of red blood cell production and more. Causes tirenss,weakness dizziness and more.
- A network of tubes throught out the body that picks up excess fluids that leak into the tissues and empties it back into the heart where it goes into circulation again.
- A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart from parts of the body
- Meaning white blood cell and it is found in blood and lymph tissue where it is part of the body’s immune system. Its main function is to protect the body from infection and disease.
- (BPM) is the number of times the heart beats within a certain time.
- a blood clot that formed inside vein or arteries (blood vessel)
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- Is the buildup of fat (cholesterol, plaque and other substance) in the arteries or artery walls. Can cause heart attack and high blood pressure.
- Abnormal bulge in the wall of the arteries that weakens the walls as time goes on, can be caused by injury, infection and high blood pressure.
- Meaning red blood cell and contain a protein called hemoglobin, it is produced in bone marrow and transport oxygen (O2)
- One of major types of blood cell. It looks like a disc shaped that is made in the bone marrow and is important for slowing or stopping blood clots by having thromboplastin in them.
- A chamber of the heart that delivers blood with a thick wall and has two of them in the heart.
- A thick muscular wall that separates the heart left and right.
- volume is the amount of blood pumped out of the heart with each heartbeat.
16 Clues: A thick muscular wall that separates the heart left and right. • a blood clot that formed inside vein or arteries (blood vessel) • (BPM) is the number of times the heart beats within a certain time. • A blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to parts of the body • volume is the amount of blood pumped out of the heart with each heartbeat. • ...
NHA Domain 3 2026-03-22
Across
- do use this method for irregular rhythms
- time it takes for SA node fires
- being generated at the AV junction and electrical activity to the atria flows backward
- downward presentation waveform
- quick, simple, and works in any situation
- absence of any electrical activity in the heart
- rapid wave-like contractions
Down
- waves rises above the isoelectric line
- represents time between the end of atrial contraction and beginning
- infarction ischemia leading to death of heart muscle tissue also known as a heart attack
- represents atrial depolarization and begins when sinoatrial node fires
- bradycardia heart rate less than 60
- best method for fast rhythm
- represents ventricular depolarization
- tend to be urgent and life-threatening if medical intervention is not initiated
- the number of pacemakers of the heart
16 Clues: best method for fast rhythm • rapid wave-like contractions • downward presentation waveform • time it takes for SA node fires • bradycardia heart rate less than 60 • represents ventricular depolarization • the number of pacemakers of the heart • waves rises above the isoelectric line • do use this method for irregular rhythms • quick, simple, and works in any situation • ...
cardiovascular system 2023-04-28
15 Clues: platelets • fibrous sac • heart chamber • carries blood • largest artery • recieves blood • red blood cell • oxygenated blood • deoxygenated blood • tubelike structures • found in bone marrow • muscle layer of the heart • innermost layer of the heart • transport deoxygenated blood • smallest type of blood vessel
Circulatory System Crossword 2016-05-03
Across
- _____ flows from the lungs through the pulmonary vein into the left atrium of the heart.
- Arteries and arterioles are relatively thick-walled, ____ vessels that transport blood under high pressure away from the heart.
- The heart is a _____ chambered, muscular pump.
- The left _____ pushes blood into the into the left ventricle.
- Oxygenated blood is pumped by the left ventricle through the body via the _____.
- The prime function of values is to control the _____ of blood.
- Arteries carry blood away from the heart, veins carry blood towards the heart, and capillaries are the narrow ______ vessels in between.
- The right ventricle contracts, forcing blood through ____ to the lungs.
- Erythrocytes or red blood cells transport oxygen as _________ from the lungs to body tissues, and carbon dioxide from body tissues to the lungs.
- Mammals have two transport systems: the blood circulatory system and the _____ system.
- The blood circulatory system is a ____, transport system.
- _______ are microscopically small vessels that receive blood rich in nutrients from arterioles and distribute it to body cells.
- When the ventricles contract (______), blood pressure increases and blood is forced out the aorta and pulmonary arteries.
- Small arteries are called __________.
- ______ blood pressure is the most common cardiovascular condition.
- Valves are located in the heart and _____.
- The negative pressure in the chest during _______ draws air into the lungs, and also tends to draw blood into the veins near the heart.
Down
- Blood is composed of cells, cell fragments, and a fluid called _______.
- Exchange between blood plasma and intestinal fluid occurs by _____ across capillary walls.
- Veins are connected to capillaries via small veins called ___________.
- ______ vessels carry blood to and from all parts of the body, except the lungs.
- The circulatory or ______ system consists of the heart and all the blood carrying vessels leading to and from it.
- Blood movement through venules and veins is assisted by muscular body movements and _____.
- Blood enters the heart through veins during ______, when ventricles relax and the pressure reduces.
- ______ are cell fragments that help to clot blood.
- Diffusion is driven by ______ gradients between plasma and interstitial fluid, and occurs along the length of the capillary.
- The _______ arteries supply blood to the heart itself.
- The cellular part of the blood is produced in cells located in the red bone ____.
- __________ or white blood cells are fewer in number and neutralise and destroy any foreign protein in the body.
- The right atrium takes in blood from the body, contracts and forces it into the right ______.
- Blood plasma is a fluid composed of ______, products of digestion, waste products, a number of mineral ions and water.
- Movement of blood from the right atrium to the lungs and back to the left atrium is called _____ circulation.
- Veins and venules are ____-walled vessels that contain internal valves which direct blood coming from capillaries back to the heart.
33 Clues: Small arteries are called __________. • Valves are located in the heart and _____. • The heart is a _____ chambered, muscular pump. • ______ are cell fragments that help to clot blood. • The _______ arteries supply blood to the heart itself. • The blood circulatory system is a ____, transport system. • The left _____ pushes blood into the into the left ventricle. • ...
Circulatory System Crossword 2014-10-24
Across
- The negative pressure in the chest during _______ draws air into the lungs, and also tends to draw blood into the veins near the heart.
- Veins and venules are ____-walled vessels that contain internal valves which direct blood coming from capillaries back to the heart.
- Blood enters the heart through veins during ______, when ventricles relax and the pressure reduces.
- The heart is a _____ chambered, muscular pump.
- The prime function of values is to control the _____ of blood.
- _______ are microscopically small vessels that receive blood rich in nutrients from arterioles and distribute it to body cells.
- Arteries and arterioles are relatively thick-walled, ____ vessels that transport blood under high pressure away from the heart.
- Small arteries are called __________.
- When the ventricles contract (______), blood pressure increases and blood is forced out the aorta and pulmonary arteries.
- Erythrocytes or red blood cells transport oxygen as _________ from the lungs to body tissues, and carbon dioxide from body tissues to the lungs.
- ______ vessels carry blood to and from all parts of the body, except the lungs.
- Diffusion is driven by ______ gradients between plasma and interstitial fluid, and occurs along the length of the capillary.
- Mammals have two transport systems: the blood circulatory system and the _____ system.
- __________ or white blood cells are fewer in number and neutralise and destroy any foreign protein in the body.
- The cellular part of the blood is produced in cells located in the red bone ____.
- Blood movement through venules and veins is assisted by muscular body movements and _____.
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- Arteries carry blood away from the heart, veins carry blood towards the heart, and capillaries are the narrow ______ vessels in between.
- Veins are connected to capillaries via small veins called ___________.
- _____ flows from the lungs through the pulmonary vein into the left atrium of the heart.
- Blood plasma is a fluid composed of ______, products of digestion, waste products, a number of mineral ions and water.
- Exchange between blood plasma and intestinal fluid occurs by _____ across capillary walls.
- Valves are located in the heart and _____.
- The circulatory or ______ system consists of the heart and all the blood carrying vessels leading to and from it.
- Movement of blood from the left ventricle through the body and back to the right atrium is called _____ circulation.
- ______ blood pressure is the most common cardiovascular condition.
- The _______ arteries supply blood to the heart itself.
- The right atrium takes in blood from the body, contracts and forces it into the right ______.
- The blood circulatory system is a ____, transport system.
- ______ are cell fragments that help to clot blood.
- Blood is composed of cells, cell fragments, and a fluid called _______.
- The right ventricle contracts, forcing blood through ____ to the lungs.
- Movement of blood from the right atrium to the lungs and back to the left atrium is called _____ circulation.
- Oxygenated blood is pumped by the left ventricle through the body via the _____.
- The left _____ pushes blood into the into the left ventricle.
34 Clues: Small arteries are called __________. • Valves are located in the heart and _____. • The heart is a _____ chambered, muscular pump. • ______ are cell fragments that help to clot blood. • The _______ arteries supply blood to the heart itself. • The blood circulatory system is a ____, transport system. • The left _____ pushes blood into the into the left ventricle. • ...
E7 Review Set 1 Part 1 2014-11-20
Across
- with heart-felt warmth
- a ten footed creature, such as a crab or shrimp
- agreement, reaching one heart
- a conversation between two or more people.
- the Ten Commandments
- happening once every 200 years, celebrating 200 years
- music for two performers
- a muscle with two origins
- having two centers of vision
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- lack of agreement or harmony
- a guide to the ideas of a book, gets to the heart of the topic
- quality of having a brave heart
- speaking two languages
- double-dealing, trickery, not being honest, acting 2 different ways to different people or groups, two-faced
- an insect with many legs
- combat between two people or armies
- a period of 100 years
- very easy to see, noticeable
- to dishearten
19 Clues: to dishearten • the Ten Commandments • a period of 100 years • with heart-felt warmth • speaking two languages • an insect with many legs • music for two performers • a muscle with two origins • lack of agreement or harmony • very easy to see, noticeable • having two centers of vision • agreement, reaching one heart • quality of having a brave heart • combat between two people or armies • ...
Mending broken heart 2022-03-21
16 Clues: vỡ • bơm • vô tình • đôt biến • nghe lỏm • động mạch • tắc nghẽn • tỉ lệ cao • khác biệt • sự tắc nghẽn • cục máu đông • bác sĩ tim mạch • ngày càng nhiều • rối loan chức năng • thay đổi chế độ ăn • nguy hiểm đến tính mạng
Tell-Tale Heart 2022-11-04
16 Clues: Dead • Murder • teasing • Prediction • Feel annoyed • Stop oneself • Bold behavior • Good judgment • Why Poe killed • Talking wildly • intense matter • Crazy in the head • Having an insight • Awoke the neighbor • reason of confession • area owned by an individual
The Telltale Heart 2023-11-03
Across
- The eye resembled that of a...
- a total eclipse of the...
- No one wants it on his conscience.
- He hid the body under a...
- A bridal adornment
- It was my own in a dream
- Would a ... be so wise as this?
- The .... Bride
- a killer's...
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- I knew it was a groan of mortal...
- No one wants a bad one.
- Chilled within his bones
- Felony of two degrees
- Kerosene lamp
- It's the Po-Po!
- What the butler does to the corpse
16 Clues: Kerosene lamp • a killer's... • The .... Bride • It's the Po-Po! • A bridal adornment • Felony of two degrees • No one wants a bad one. • Chilled within his bones • It was my own in a dream • a total eclipse of the... • He hid the body under a... • The eye resembled that of a... • Would a ... be so wise as this? • I knew it was a groan of mortal... • No one wants it on his conscience. • ...
Cross your Heart 2024-05-22
Across
- Homophone for the couples last name
- Arlo's High school
- Arlo's birth name
- The subject Arlo teaches
- The Couples street
- The one who runs away
- The couple don't remember their first...
- What the cat is named after
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- Where Chris taught
- The bride and groom are both...
- The best drink on hot day
- Their favorite hobby
- Four-letter acronym for where Christopher and Arlo met
- Where Chris works
- Christopher's middle name
- Their favorite pass time
16 Clues: Arlo's birth name • Where Chris works • Where Chris taught • Arlo's High school • The Couples street • Their favorite hobby • The one who runs away • The subject Arlo teaches • Their favorite pass time • The best drink on hot day • Christopher's middle name • What the cat is named after • The bride and groom are both... • Homophone for the couples last name • ...
Heart Words 1 2024-03-14
17 Clues: Mom • Dad • not ugly • one lady • many ladies • up in the air • what we walk on • this present day • a group of humans • to finish building • first day of the week • to construct something • a number that follows 3 • second month of the year • close with another person • a number that comes after 1 • to try to figure something out
Tell-Tale Heart 2025-11-21
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- Comparison not using "like" or "as"
- The repetition of an initial consonant sound in a series of words
- A sound that is low, soft, and continuous, like the sound the narrator heard
- The message of the story
- The state of being sane
- The location and time period of a story
- What the narrator hid the old man's body under
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- What the narrator claimed was bothering him
- A literary device that compares two unlike things using "like" or "as"
- The color of the old man's eye
- An extreme, intense fear
- language that appeals to the 5 senses
- The mood or attitude the author has towards the subject
- What the narrator heard getting louder and louder, which led him to confess
- recurring object or idea
- The feeling the author creates
16 Clues: The state of being sane • An extreme, intense fear • The message of the story • recurring object or idea • The color of the old man's eye • The feeling the author creates • Comparison not using "like" or "as" • language that appeals to the 5 senses • The location and time period of a story • What the narrator claimed was bothering him • ...
Heart Words Crossword 2025-03-20
Across
- I can't wait to ______ a sand castle over spring break!
- I poked my _____ on accident, and now I can't see!
- Valentine's Day is _______ 14th.
- ______ is the first day of school after the weekend.
- I have a friend _____ house has a pool!
- ______ people ride the bus.
- _____ ate the chocolate cake?
- I love you with all of my _____!
- I believe what she is saying because she always tells the ______.
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- When something is funny, I _____.
- We have gym on ______.
- Are you _____ it is not going to rain?
- Will you _____ the phone?
- If you are ______, then you never tell a lie.
- I was thinking ______ you.
- To ____ do these shoes belong to?
16 Clues: We have gym on ______. • Will you _____ the phone? • I was thinking ______ you. • ______ people ride the bus. • _____ ate the chocolate cake? • Valentine's Day is _______ 14th. • I love you with all of my _____! • When something is funny, I _____. • To ____ do these shoes belong to? • Are you _____ it is not going to rain? • I have a friend _____ house has a pool! • ...
Cross my heart 2025-07-08
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- Something you always make me do
- Your favourite colour
- Brightens my day every time
- Our fave fuzzy creature
- A word I use to describe you
- You give the best ___
- Call me this when you want to rizz me
- Our first date drink
- I’m going ____ missing you
- Four letter word that we use a lot
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- What we would do in bed
- A nickname you call me
- We are going to be this someday l
- I’m going to ____ you when you get back
- The class where we met
- We would do it here
16 Clues: We would do it here • Our first date drink • Your favourite colour • You give the best ___ • A nickname you call me • The class where we met • What we would do in bed • Our fave fuzzy creature • I’m going ____ missing you • Brightens my day every time • A word I use to describe you • Something you always make me do • We are going to be this someday l • Four letter word that we use a lot • ...
Cardiovascular System 2023-03-10
Across
- Artery that provides oxygen rich blood to the kidneys
- Valve that allows blood to flow from the left ventricle into the largest artery in the body
- Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
- Valve that allows blood to flow from the right ventricle into the artery leading into the lungs
- The smallest blood vessels in the body
- Blood continuously moving through the body
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- Valve that allows blood to flow from the left atrium into the left ventricle
- Blood vessels that carry blood towards the heart
- Artery that provides oxygen rich blood to the neck and head
- 1 of the lower heart chambers
- Artery that provides oxygen rich blood to the arms
- Heart beat
- Valve that allows blood to flow from the right atrium into the right ventricle
- Walls that separate the 4 heart chambers
- 1 of the upper heart chambers
- Gas that is needed by all cells to perform catabolism
16 Clues: Heart beat • 1 of the lower heart chambers • 1 of the upper heart chambers • The smallest blood vessels in the body • Walls that separate the 4 heart chambers • Blood continuously moving through the body • Blood vessels that carry blood towards the heart • Artery that provides oxygen rich blood to the arms • Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart • ...
Module 7 Cardiovascular Assignment 2023-10-20
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- Inner most layer of the heart wall
- Type of angina that improves with rest and nitrates administration
- AV valve on the left side of the heart
- An electrolyte associated with maintaining normal heart rate
- reduced blood supply to a part of the body
- Blood vessel with the lowest velocity of blood flow
- Type of valvular heart disease that causes an increase in resistance
- Type of injury associated with restoring blood flow and release of toxic oxygen free radicals
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- Volume and pressure inside the ventricle at the end of diastole
- general term for a disturbance of heart rhythm
- Acute inflammation of the pericardium
- growth of vessels from a stem-like cell
- Type of blood flow associated with parabolic-shaped velocity profile
- Resistance to ejection of blood from the ventricle
- blood test used as an indirect measure of atherosclerotic plaque-related inflammation
- Medications associated that affect the force of muscular contractions in the heart
16 Clues: Inner most layer of the heart wall • Acute inflammation of the pericardium • AV valve on the left side of the heart • growth of vessels from a stem-like cell • reduced blood supply to a part of the body • general term for a disturbance of heart rhythm • Resistance to ejection of blood from the ventricle • Blood vessel with the lowest velocity of blood flow • ...
Cardiovascular System 2022-11-16
Across
- Valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle; bicuspid valve
- Muscular middle layer of the heart
- Specialized tissue in the wall between the atria
- Abnormal swishing sound caused by improper closure of the heart valves
- Two common carotid arteries located on each side of the neck branch from the aorta and provide blood to head, neck and brain
- Beat of the heart as felt through the walls of the arteries
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- Inner lining of the heart
- Located between the right atrium and the right ventricle
- Instrument to measure blood pressure
- Specialized nervous tissue in the right atrium that begins the heartbeat
- Partition or wall dividing a cavity
- Structure in veins or in the heart that temporarily closes an opening so that blood flows in only one direction
- Small vein
- One of two upper chambers of the heart
- Smallest type of blood vessel. Materials pass to and from the bloodstream through the thin capillary walls
- Relaxation phase of the heartbeat
16 Clues: Small vein • Inner lining of the heart • Relaxation phase of the heartbeat • Muscular middle layer of the heart • Partition or wall dividing a cavity • Instrument to measure blood pressure • One of two upper chambers of the heart • Specialized tissue in the wall between the atria • Located between the right atrium and the right ventricle • ...
cardiovascular system 2022-11-14
Across
- valve Q-valve that lies between the right atrium and the right ventricle
- Q-enlargement of the heart
- Q-smallest blood vessel Fill-in blank 2
- vena cava Q-brings blood from the lower half of the body to the heart
- Q-largest artery in the body Fill-in blank 4
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- Q-disease condition of heart muscle
- Q-lower chamber of the heart Fill-in blank 12
- vein Q-. carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart
- valve Q- valve that lies between the left atrium and the left ventricle
- vena cava Q-brings oxygen-poor blood into the heart from the upper parts of the body
- Q-disease condition of heart muscle
- artery Q-carries oxygen-poor blood to the lungs from the heart
- Q-small vein
- Q-small artery
- Q-upper chamber of the heart
15 Clues: Q-small vein • Q-small artery • Q-enlargement of the heart • Q-upper chamber of the heart • Q-disease condition of heart muscle • Q-disease condition of heart muscle • Q-smallest blood vessel Fill-in blank 2 • Q-largest artery in the body Fill-in blank 4 • Q-lower chamber of the heart Fill-in blank 12 • vein Q-. carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart • ...
Megan 2023-12-01
Valentines Day 2024-02-11
CPR 2022-06-22
Across
- heart
- vessels tubes that carry blood all over the body
- blood that is carrying oxygen
- arrest when the heart stops pumping blood
- how many inches to press down during compressions
- provide electrical shock
- when parts of the heart are not receiving enough oxygen
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- lungs
- life saving technique to help choking
- air sacs in the lungs
- act as the heart when heart stops beating
- when the lungs cannot receive any oxygen
- wind pipe
13 Clues: lungs • heart • wind pipe • air sacs in the lungs • provide electrical shock • blood that is carrying oxygen • life saving technique to help choking • when the lungs cannot receive any oxygen • act as the heart when heart stops beating • arrest when the heart stops pumping blood • vessels tubes that carry blood all over the body • how many inches to press down during compressions • ...
Science Quiz 12 Due March 22 2024-02-22
Across
- – an organ designed to pump blood
- – your heart and blood vessels that circulates blood throughout the body
- – a gas given off by people and animals that plants need
- – the tube or airway from your nose and mouth that travels to your lung
- – to breathe in (inhale) or out (Exhale)
- – the rhythm or beat that is felt through your skin as blood is pumped through the arteries
- You have 2 ____________ and 1 heart
- – the part of your blood that allows the blood to clot
- – the organs in your body that take oxygen from the air and give it to your body
- – take blood away from your heart
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- carry oxygen from the lungs
- The __________ has 4 chambers
- system – the windpipe, lungs, and diaphragm that help you breathe
- an enclosed hollow space
- fight infection and disease Taught on
- pump blood to your heart
- – a muscle that helps your lungs breathe in and out
- – the ability blood has to thicken to stop bleeding
- tubes that carry blood throughout the body
19 Clues: an enclosed hollow space • pump blood to your heart • carry oxygen from the lungs • The __________ has 4 chambers • – an organ designed to pump blood • – take blood away from your heart • You have 2 ____________ and 1 heart • fight infection and disease Taught on • – to breathe in (inhale) or out (Exhale) • tubes that carry blood throughout the body • ...
CVD 2023-12-05
Across
- blood with lower oxygen levels first enters this hear chamber
- fatty deposits inside artery walls creating smaller vessel openings
- __________% of CVD risk factors can be controlled
- electrical problems with the pacemakers; hear doesn't beat or beats irregularly
- ______________ heart failure
- blood flow is controlled in the heart chambers by ___________
- one of the non-controllable factors of CVD
- lack of blood flow to brain resulting in brain tissue death
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- high blood pressure; "silent killer"
- a burst blood vessel
- blood flow stops getting to heart tissue and it dies
- these blood vessels take blood AWAY from the heart
- blood enters the aorta after leaving the ___________
- these are the smallest blood vessels where gasses, nutrients, and waste products are exchanged
- these blood vessels bring blood back IN the heart
- a bulging blood vessel due to increased pressure and weak vessel wals
- _________ ankles and feet are a sign of CHF
17 Clues: a burst blood vessel • ______________ heart failure • high blood pressure; "silent killer" • one of the non-controllable factors of CVD • _________ ankles and feet are a sign of CHF • __________% of CVD risk factors can be controlled • these blood vessels bring blood back IN the heart • these blood vessels take blood AWAY from the heart • ...
Circulatory System Crossword 2014-10-24
Across
- Movement of blood from the right atrium to the lungs and back to the left atrium is called _____ circulation.
- Small arteries are called __________.
- ______ vessels carry blood to and from all parts of the body, except the lungs.
- The cellular part of the blood is produced in cells located in the red bone ____.
- Arteries and arterioles are relatively thick-walled, ____ vessels that transport blood under high pressure away from the heart.
- The circulatory or ______ system consists of the heart and all the blood carrying vessels leading to and from it.
- The blood circulatory system is a ____, transport system.
- When the ventricles contract (______), blood pressure increases and blood is forced out the aorta and pulmonary arteries.
- Veins are connected to capillaries via small veins called ___________.
- Blood plasma is a fluid composed of ______, products of digestion, waste products, a number of mineral ions and water.
- The negative pressure in the chest during _______ draws air into the lungs, and also tends to draw blood into the veins near the heart.
- _______ are microscopically small vessels that receive blood rich in nutrients from arterioles and distribute it to body cells.
- The right atrium takes in blood from the body, contracts and forces it into the right ______.
- Exchange between blood plasma and intestinal fluid occurs by _____ across capillary walls.
- The heart is a _____ chambered, muscular pump.
- ______ blood pressure is the most common cardiovascular condition.
- ______ are cell fragments that help to clot blood.
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- _____ flows from the lungs through the pulmonary vein into the left atrium of the heart.
- Blood is composed of cells, cell fragments, and a fluid called _______.
- Erythrocytes or red blood cells transport oxygen as _________ from the lungs to body tissues, and carbon dioxide from body tissues to the lungs.
- Blood enters the heart through veins during ______, when ventricles relax and the pressure reduces.
- Mammals have two transport systems: the blood circulatory system and the _____ system.
- Movement of blood from the left ventricle through the body and back to the right atrium is called _____ circulation.
- Blood movement through venules and veins is assisted by muscular body movements and _____.
- The right ventricle contracts, forcing blood through ____ to the lungs.
- The left _____ pushes blood into the into the left ventricle.
- Diffusion is driven by ______ gradients between plasma and interstitial fluid, and occurs along the length of the capillary.
- Oxygenated blood is pumped by the left ventricle through the body via the _____.
- __________ or white blood cells are fewer in number and neutralise and destroy any foreign protein in the body.
- Valves are located in the heart and _____.
- The _______ arteries supply blood to the heart itself.
- Arteries carry blood away from the heart, veins carry blood towards the heart, and capillaries are the narrow ______ vessels in between.
- The prime function of values is to control the _____ of blood.
- Veins and venules are ____-walled vessels that contain internal valves which direct blood coming from capillaries back to the heart.
34 Clues: Small arteries are called __________. • Valves are located in the heart and _____. • The heart is a _____ chambered, muscular pump. • ______ are cell fragments that help to clot blood. • The _______ arteries supply blood to the heart itself. • The blood circulatory system is a ____, transport system. • The left _____ pushes blood into the into the left ventricle. • ...
Cardiovascular System 2023-03-05
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- ___ have a thinner tunica media which provides more flexibility to these blood vessels.
- What factor keeps fluid in capillaries (and not forced out into interstitial spaces)? If is generated by plasma proteins. (2 words)
- Without this semi-lunar valve blood would flow back from the lungs and into the heart.
- The sound of the mitral and tricuspid valves snapping shut as ventricles begin to contract is what?
- What blood vessel carries blood away from the heart and to the body?
- What layer of the pericardium lines the surface of the heart?
- Pulmonary circulation needs a ___ pressure pump.
- What 3-flapped AV valve lies between the right atrium and ventricle?
- This is the pacemaker of the heart from where action potentials are spontaneously developed allowing for contraction of the heart. (2 words)
- The extracellular fluid that is recovered from the vascular space by lymphatic vessels is called what?
- Fill in the blank in this sequence: arteries- _____- capillaries
- Where do the cranial and caudal vena cava enter the heart? (2 words)
- What is the amount of blood pumped out of each ventricle per minute? It is affected by stroke volume (EDV, ESV) and heart rate. (2 words)
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- Fill in the bank in this sequence: capillaries- Venules- ____
- Fetal circulation does not need to oxygenate blood in the lungs. It therefore has a foramen oval which is located where? (Between the right ___ and left ___)
- This structure of squamous epithelial cells lines the chambers of the heart.
- The smallest form of a vein and artery is a what?
- This is a measure of the driving force or the amount of strain arteries experience as blood circulates throughout the body. (2 words)
- In which area of the heart does oxygenated blood first enter? (2 words)
- These fibrous structures are important in preventing valves from flipping inside out while pumping. (2 words)
- What is an extrinsic mechanism that alters ESV (or the amount of blood in the ventricle at the end of contraction)?
- The sound of the aortic and pulmonary valves snapping shut at the end of ventricular contraction is what?
- Is the blood entering the heart oxygenated or deoxygenated?
- You can easily distinguish the right and left ventricles because of the difference in what muscular layer?
- Portal systems are series of capillary beds between two vessels allowing for gas and hormone exchange. One exists in the connection between the anterior pituitary ad the hypothalamus. Where does the second one occur?
- If this structure was missing the ventricles would be unable to fill with blood before they contract (less blood in circulation). It causes a delay in electrical conduction. (2 words)
- The left side of the heart pumps blood to the aorta/systemic circulation. It therefore needs a ___ pressure system.
- What is the largest artery in the body?
28 Clues: What is the largest artery in the body? • Pulmonary circulation needs a ___ pressure pump. • The smallest form of a vein and artery is a what? • Is the blood entering the heart oxygenated or deoxygenated? • Fill in the bank in this sequence: capillaries- Venules- ____ • What layer of the pericardium lines the surface of the heart? • ...
Circulatory System Crossword Puzzle 2025-11-13
Across
- – A tube that carries blood back to the heart.
- – A “door” inside your heart or veins that keeps blood flowing the right way.
- – A tube that carries blood away from the heart.
- – Blood that has used up oxygen and carries carbon dioxide instead.
- – Good things from food that your body uses for energy and growth.
- – The pair of organs that take in oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide.
- system – The system of heart, blood, and vessels that moves blood all over your body.
- cage – The bones around your chest that protect your heart and lungs.
- dioxide – A gas your body makes and breathes out as waste.
- – A tiny part of your blood that helps stop bleeding by making clots.
- – The sticky stuff in your nose and throat that traps dust and germs.
- pressure – How hard your blood pushes against the walls of your blood vessels.
- blood cell – Cells in your blood that fight germs and keep you healthy.
- circulation – The path blood takes from your heart to your body and back.
- – The watery part of your blood that carries cells and food.
- diet – Eating good foods that help your body grow and work well.
- – When germs get inside your body and make you sick.
- system – The group of organs that help you breathe in oxygen and breathe out carbon dioxide.
- – Blood full of oxygen that your body uses for energy.
- – Tiny living things that can cause sickness.
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- – Tiny blood vessels that connect arteries and veins.
- artery – The blood vessel that takes blood from the heart to the lungs.
- – Time when your body is still so it can heal and grow.
- – Tiny air pockets in your lungs where oxygen goes into the blood.
- – The muscle that pumps blood all around your body.
- – A flap in your throat that stops food or drink from going into your windpipe.
- – The windpipe; the tube that moves air from your throat to your lungs.
- – Tiny hairs in your airways that move dust and germs out of your lungs.
- system – Your body’s way of fighting germs to keep you healthy.
- – A gas you breathe in that your body needs to live.
- – Moving your body to stay healthy and keep your heart and lungs strong.
- vessel – A tube that carries blood through your body (arteries and veins).
- – A thick patch of blood that stops bleeding when you get hurt.
- box – The part of your throat that helps you make sounds and talk.
- bones – The ribs and sternum that protect your lungs and heart.
- – The biggest artery that carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body.
- circulation – The path blood takes from your heart to your lungs and back.
- – Two tubes that carry air from the trachea into each lung.
- – A muscle below your lungs that helps you breathe in and out.
- blood cell – A blood cell that carries oxygen to your body.
40 Clues: – Tiny living things that can cause sickness. • – A tube that carries blood back to the heart. • – A tube that carries blood away from the heart. • – The muscle that pumps blood all around your body. • – A gas you breathe in that your body needs to live. • – When germs get inside your body and make you sick. • – Tiny blood vessels that connect arteries and veins. • ...
Cardiac Problems 2017-10-13
Across
- heart muscle damage
- ACE inhibitor for one
- pulmonary congestions, breathlessness, oliguria, pink foamy mucus
- reduces preload
- enhances contractility
- reduce afterload
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- lab value to assist in diagnosing heart failure
- jugular vein distention, dependent edema, weight is most reliable indicator
- abnormal heart rhythms
- high blood pressure causes the heart to work harder; blood pressure is the force of blood pumped by your heart through your arteries
- inflammation of the heart muscle
- diuretic for one
12 Clues: reduces preload • diuretic for one • reduce afterload • heart muscle damage • ACE inhibitor for one • abnormal heart rhythms • enhances contractility • inflammation of the heart muscle • lab value to assist in diagnosing heart failure • pulmonary congestions, breathlessness, oliguria, pink foamy mucus • jugular vein distention, dependent edema, weight is most reliable indicator • ...
Cardiac Genetics 2023-06-16
Across
- Instruction manual for cells
- A type of fat in the blood (hint: can be "good" or "bad")
- Diagram of family medical history
- Genetic change
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Building block of DNA
- Major organ of the circulatory system
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- Heart doctor
- Heart muscle disease
- Passed on through families
- Present at birth
- Pertaining to the heart
12 Clues: Heart doctor • Genetic change • Present at birth • Heart muscle disease • Abnormal heart rhythm • Building block of DNA • Pertaining to the heart • Passed on through families • Instruction manual for cells • Diagram of family medical history • Major organ of the circulatory system • A type of fat in the blood (hint: can be "good" or "bad")
Circulatory System IGCSE PE 2025-12-08
Across
- carries oxygen rich blood to the heart
- the volume of blood pumped out of the heart by each ventricle in one beat
- are the tiny blood vessels that form network throughout the body's tissues
- is the volume of blood that the heart pumps out with every beat
- is the amount of blood expelled from the heart each minute
- they carry deoxygenated blood to the heart
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- carries oxygen poor blood away from the heart
- pumps blood to the lungs and back to the heart
- a dark red chemical responsible for transporting oxygen in the blood
- measures the heart beats per minute
- muscular, elastic tubes that transport oxygenated blood away from the heart
- pumps blood to the body and back to the heart
12 Clues: measures the heart beats per minute • carries oxygen rich blood to the heart • they carry deoxygenated blood to the heart • carries oxygen poor blood away from the heart • pumps blood to the body and back to the heart • pumps blood to the lungs and back to the heart • is the amount of blood expelled from the heart each minute • ...
Chapter 11 Crossword 2023-03-06
Across
- contracted part of the heartbeat
- membrane that surrounds the heart
- relaxed part of heartbeat
- a very small vein
- acts like a door and opens and closes so that blood only travels one direction.
- disease of the heart
- an instrument used to listen to sounds in the body such as the heart and lungs
- the heart has 2 of these upper chambers (right and left)
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- someone who is trained to collect blood samples for testing
- the heart has 2 of these lower chambers (right and left)
- biggest blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to everywhere in the body
- the gas breathed into the lungs that is then passed into the blood where it goes to all the body
- hardening in fatty yellow substance on the walls of arteries
- a lack of oxygen in the blood results in a bluish skin discoloration
- instrument used to measure blood pressure
15 Clues: a very small vein • disease of the heart • relaxed part of heartbeat • contracted part of the heartbeat • membrane that surrounds the heart • instrument used to measure blood pressure • the heart has 2 of these lower chambers (right and left) • the heart has 2 of these upper chambers (right and left) • someone who is trained to collect blood samples for testing • ...
