heart Crossword Puzzles
Abbreviation Overload!!!!!! >:3 2024-11-05
22 Clues: K • T4 • Na • T3 • Ca • BNP • TSH • RBC • WBC • HCT • PLT • BMP • BUN • CBC • HDL • LDL • Kinase CK • Hormonal gland • Levels of cholesterol • Main sugar of the body • Pertaining to the heart • Protein in heart muscles
Brisa's combining forms 2022-09-14
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- - intestines usually small intestines
- - pertaining to the heart
- - kidney
- - blood
- - lungs
- - chemical
- - heart
- - cancergenic produced by carcirogenic potential
- - ear
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- - female (gynecologist)
- - urine (urinary tract)
- - disease,pathology
- - refering to gland
- - skin
- - nose
- -nerve
- - shape
- -a hormone secreted by the adrenaline
- - eyes
- - to cut
20 Clues: - ear • - skin • - nose • -nerve • - eyes • - blood • - lungs • - shape • - heart • - kidney • - to cut • - chemical • - disease,pathology • - refering to gland • - female (gynecologist) • - urine (urinary tract) • - pertaining to the heart • - intestines usually small intestines • -a hormone secreted by the adrenaline • - cancergenic produced by carcirogenic potential
kinesiology 2025-09-26
30 Clues: Ulna • Femur • Heart • Aorta • bicep • Median • Muscle • Smooth • Fascia • Tendon • Stapes • Frontal • Cardiac • Tarsals • Flexion • Humerus • Lateral • Triceps • Skeletal • sagittal • Pectoral • Isometric • Extension • Abduction • Transverse • Quadriceps • Gluteusmax • Hamstrings • Kinesiology • Metacarpals
Human body 2019-12-11
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- Absorption of food takes place
- Carries blood away from the heart
- Liquid part of the blood
- Carries blood back to the heart
- Larger muscular sac
- Absorbs water
- A cell that plays an important part in creating a scab
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- Blower chamber of the heart
- Smallest blood vessel
- A cell that fights disease
- Where digestion begins
- A tube that connects the mouth to the stomach
- upper chamber of the heart
- Tiny finger-shaped structures
- Cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to the body
15 Clues: Absorbs water • Larger muscular sac • Smallest blood vessel • Where digestion begins • Liquid part of the blood • A cell that fights disease • upper chamber of the heart • Blower chamber of the heart • Tiny finger-shaped structures • Absorption of food takes place • Carries blood back to the heart • Carries blood away from the heart • A tube that connects the mouth to the stomach • ...
System Review 2019-12-05
Across
- What system moves materials around the body?
- Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients
- Blood vessel away from the heart
- Brings in oxygen and exhales carbon dioxide
- Airways that go from Bronchi to Alveoli
- Filters blood in kidneys
- Bubble of lung tissue that helps with moving gases
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- Tiny blood vessel where veins and arteries exchange
- Deposes of cell waste and controls materials
- Absorbs water
- Blood vessel towards the heart
- Lower half of the heart
- Moves air into the lungs
- Higher half of the heart
- Liquid Part of blood
15 Clues: Absorbs water • Liquid Part of blood • Lower half of the heart • Moves air into the lungs • Higher half of the heart • Filters blood in kidneys • Blood vessel towards the heart • Blood vessel away from the heart • Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients • Airways that go from Bronchi to Alveoli • Brings in oxygen and exhales carbon dioxide • ...
Human Body Systems 2023-01-09
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- Basic unit of structure and life
- Lower chamber in your heart
- Where digestion begins
- Blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart
- Muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach
- Example: lung, heart, kidney, stomach
- Hint: tiny finger like things
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- Hint: smallest blood vessel
- organ that exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide with your blood
- Liquid part of blood
- A little filter at the bottom of your kidney
- Group of similar cells that perform the same function
- Hint: forms scabs
- Upper chamber in your heart
- Hint: windpipe
15 Clues: Hint: windpipe • Hint: forms scabs • Liquid part of blood • Where digestion begins • Hint: smallest blood vessel • Lower chamber in your heart • Upper chamber in your heart • Hint: tiny finger like things • Basic unit of structure and life • Example: lung, heart, kidney, stomach • A little filter at the bottom of your kidney • Blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart • ...
wellness body reveiw 2022-09-23
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- System conposed of heart and blood vessles
- carries blood towards heart
- 55% percent is made out of plasma
- Cells that prevent the body’s loss of blood
- points where bones meet
- Infection of the lungs in which the air sacs fill with pus and other liquids.
- found in the ends of bones
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- activity for shorter high intensey
- activity for longer low intensey
- reset button or body
- helps you breathe
- pumps blood through body
- something that connects bone to bone
- carries blood away from heart
- rythemic throbbing of blood pumpin
15 Clues: helps you breathe • reset button or body • points where bones meet • pumps blood through body • carries blood towards heart • found in the ends of bones • carries blood away from heart • activity for longer low intensey • 55% percent is made out of plasma • activity for shorter high intensey • rythemic throbbing of blood pumpin • something that connects bone to bone • ...
Pre-Nursing Stuff 2025-08-29
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- One Who Specializes in the Study of Disease
- The Study of the Heart
- Inflammation of the Small Intestine
- One Who Specializes in the Study of the Stomach and Small Intestines
- Enlargement of the Heart
- Surgical Removal of the Stomach
- Inflammation of Many Bones
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- A Condition of Much Thirst
- Difficult Breathing
- Inflammation of the Stomach and the Small Intestine
- Enlargement of the Stomach
- One Who Specializes in the Study of the Heart
- Inflammation of the Stomach
- The Study of the Stomach
- Inflammation of the Heart
15 Clues: Difficult Breathing • The Study of the Heart • Enlargement of the Heart • The Study of the Stomach • Inflammation of the Heart • A Condition of Much Thirst • Enlargement of the Stomach • Inflammation of Many Bones • Inflammation of the Stomach • Surgical Removal of the Stomach • Inflammation of the Small Intestine • One Who Specializes in the Study of Disease • ...
Medical Terminology Crossword Activity 2025-12-02
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- : Diseases specialist
- : Overproduction of growth hormone in adults
- : Genetic disorder where unable to produce functioning hemoglobin
- : Myocardial disease, may be caused by viral infection, or alcoholism, common reason for heart transplant
- : Enlargement of the thyroid gland
- : Fibers tumor
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- : Study of tumors
- : withdrawing fluid using suction, removing phlegm from patient's airway
- : Hypersensitivity to a common substance
- : cancer of white blood cells-forming portion of red bone marrow
- : Study of heart
- : Blood destruction
- : Inflammation of lining membranes of heart
- : Overactive thyroid gland
- : Inflammation of the heart
15 Clues: : Fibers tumor • : Study of heart • : Study of tumors • : Blood destruction • : Diseases specialist • : Overactive thyroid gland • : Inflammation of the heart • : Enlargement of the thyroid gland • : Hypersensitivity to a common substance • : Inflammation of lining membranes of heart • : Overproduction of growth hormone in adults • ...
Chapter 12.1 Cardiovascular Vocabulary 2022-09-13
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- smallest vessel, dissolves oxygen/nutrients
- lower chamber of the heart
- carry oxygen lungs to parts, hemoglobin
- upper chamber of the heart
- carry blood away from heart
- cell fragments to help with blood clotting
- top bp number, ventricles contract
- protect against disease/foreign objects
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- right atrium, regulates muscle contraction
- high blood pressure, >120/80
- force pushing blood against vessels
- liquid part of blood
- large vessels, carries blood to heart
- bottom bp number, ventricles relax
14 Clues: liquid part of blood • lower chamber of the heart • upper chamber of the heart • carry blood away from heart • high blood pressure, >120/80 • bottom bp number, ventricles relax • top bp number, ventricles contract • force pushing blood against vessels • large vessels, carries blood to heart • carry oxygen lungs to parts, hemoglobin • protect against disease/foreign objects • ...
The human body 2023-01-10
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- - Upper chamber of heart
- - lower chamber of the heart
- - Absorbs water
- -filters blood
- -tiny finger-shaped hairs that absorbs food
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- - Connect arteries and vein and stuff is being delivered and picked-up.
- - Where nutrient is absorbed
- -allows air into lungs
- - Carries blood to heart
- - Found in kidney filters blood
- -stores urine
- - Carries blood away from the heart
- -a tube that connects to the mouth to stomach
- -lower chamber of heart
- -the liquid part of blood
15 Clues: -stores urine • -filters blood • - Absorbs water • -allows air into lungs • -lower chamber of heart • - Upper chamber of heart • - Carries blood to heart • -the liquid part of blood • - Where nutrient is absorbed • - lower chamber of the heart • - Found in kidney filters blood • - Carries blood away from the heart • -tiny finger-shaped hairs that absorbs food • ...
Cardiovascular and Lymphatic System 2017-04-17
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- the partition separating two chambers
- a low grade type of malignancy that arises in cells in mucosal tissue which are involved in antibody production
- small masses of lymphatic tissue found throughout the ileum region of the small intestine
- vitamin B12 deficiency
- a white blood cell containing granules
- the production of red blood cells
- immunity provided by antibodies released by sensitized b cells and their plasma cell progeny
- the passage of blood cells through intact vessel walls into the tissues
- not enough iron so not enough healthy red blood cells
- blood clotting
- disease causing microorganism
- inflammatory chemical that makes blood vessels leaky and attracts other white blood cells to the inflamed site
- a graphic record of the electrical activity of the heart
- largest of white blood cells oval nucleus and clear cytoplasm
- a small blood vessel connecting arterioles with venues
- the tip of the heart
- immunity conferred by lymphocytes called t cells
- a vessel carry blood away from the heart
- a small vein
- the contraction phase of heart activity
- a condition characterized by dead tissue areas in the myocardium caused by interruption of blood supply to the area
- bone marrow deficiency
- a serous membrane that tightly his the external surface of the heart and is actually part of the heart wall
- the number of heartbeats per minute contraction of the ventricles
- white blood cell with single round nucleus located throughout lymphatic system
- each of the two upper cavities of the heart from which blood is passed to the ventricles
- a sudden blocking of an artery
- between the atria and ventricles known as tricuspid and mitral
- decrease oxygen efficiency
- sounds during the heartbeat cycle
- the fibrous insoluble protein formed during the clotting of blood
- physical and chemical barriers that are always ready and prepared to defend the body from infection
- the blood volume ejected per minute by the left ventricle
- valves that prevent blood return to the ventricles after contraction
- clot that develops and persists in an unbroken blood vessel
- minute artery smaller branch of artery
- a substance that the body recognizes as foreign
- blood cell formation occurs in red bone marrow
- system of blood vessels that carries nutrient and oxygen rich blood to all body organs
- specialized muscle of the heart
- the watery fluid in the lymph vessels collected from the tissue spaces
- the oxygen transporting pigment of erythrocytes
- most numerous of the white blood cells
- discharging chambers of the heart
- lymphocytes that mediate cellular immunity
- the pressure of the blood in the circulatory system the force against the walls of an artery
- a period of relaxation of the heart during which it fills with blood
- the short-term immunity that results from the introduction of antibodies from another person
- a blood protein that is converted to fibrin during blood clotting
- a component of blood whose function is to stop bleeding by clumping and clotting blood vessel injuries
- an abnormally increased concentration of hemoglobin in the blood
- an abdominal organ involved in the production and removal of blood cells in most vertebrates and forming part of the immune system
- the mass of specialized myocardial cells in the wall of the right atrium pacemaker of the heart
- low blood pressure
- cone shaped muscles found in the heart ventricles
- stoppage of bleeding
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- a volume of blood ejected by a ventricle during systole
- white blood cells crucial to body defense against disease
- an endocrine gland active in the immune response
- the endothelial membrane lining the interior of the heart
- the immunity that results from the production of antibodies by the immune system in response to the presence of an antigen
- immunity possessed by a group that is present in an individual at birth prior to exposure to a pathogen or antigen
- red blood cells carry oxygen in blood to all cells in body
- granule containing white blood cells
- cord like tendons that connect the papillary muscles to the tricuspid valve and the mitral valve in the heart the heart strings
- blinding of the antibodies that cause foreign red blood cells clump
- the cardiac muscle layer of the heart wall
- high blood pressure
- rarest of white blood cells
- a mean by which the body is given immunity to a disease by intentional exposure to small quantities of it
- either of two small masses of lymphoid tissue in the throat one on each side of the root of the tongue
- deficiency of platelets in the blood
- a medical condition in which the ability of the blood to clot is severely reduced
- a wormlike extension of the small intestine
- system of blood vessels that carry blood to and from the lungs for gas exchange
- a group of specialized cardiac muscle cells in the walls of the heart that send signals to the heart muscle causing it to contract
- loss of blood
- large number of white blood cells are turned out rapidly occurs in bone marrow
- a vessel that carries blood away from the heart
- a protein released in response of a virus
- lymphocytes that oversee humoral immunity differentiate into antibody producing plasma cells
- severe suffocating chest pain caused by brief lack of oxygen supply to heart muscle
- infection of red blood cell lyse
- misshapen cells when there is not enough oxygen available
- the recognizers present in plasma that attach to red blood cells
- nonspecific resistance that destroys invaders in a generalized way without targeting specific individuals
- white blood cells with a one-lobed nucleus no granules
- bacterial or viral infection is in body if WBC count is above 11,000
- the membranous sac enveloping the heart
- transports everything that must be carried from one place to another within the body through blood vessels
- fluid portion of blood
91 Clues: a small vein • loss of blood • blood clotting • low blood pressure • high blood pressure • the tip of the heart • stoppage of bleeding • vitamin B12 deficiency • bone marrow deficiency • fluid portion of blood • decrease oxygen efficiency • rarest of white blood cells • disease causing microorganism • a sudden blocking of an artery • specialized muscle of the heart • ...
Brody Heart Crossword Puzzle 2021-12-06
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- Flaps of tissue
- transports oxygen and nutrients
- 2 lower chambers of the heart
- largest artery
- A blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood
- upper chambers of heart
- The organ that pumps blood
- tiny cells that help the blood clot
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- connect veins and arteries
- when a blood clot or other blockage
- watery part of the blood
- needed by all cells
- when part of the brain doesn't get blood
- carry blood toward the heart
14 Clues: largest artery • Flaps of tissue • needed by all cells • upper chambers of heart • watery part of the blood • connect veins and arteries • The organ that pumps blood • carry blood toward the heart • 2 lower chambers of the heart • transports oxygen and nutrients • when a blood clot or other blockage • tiny cells that help the blood clot • when part of the brain doesn't get blood • ...
Circulatory System 2023-03-07
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- Where arteriole and venules meet
- VENA CAVA Carries blood to areas below heart
- The fluid which flows in 9
- Lower chambers
- I branch out from arteries
- Carries blood from body cells to heart
- Upper chambers
- Clots Blood
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- The pigment in RBC's
- VENA CAVA Carries blood to areas above heart
- Plural of Atria
- The formula of this element is Fe
- I branch out from veins
- Carries blood from heart to body cells
- Carriers of blood
15 Clues: Clots Blood • Lower chambers • Upper chambers • Plural of Atria • Carriers of blood • The pigment in RBC's • I branch out from veins • The fluid which flows in 9 • I branch out from arteries • Where arteriole and venules meet • The formula of this element is Fe • Carries blood from body cells to heart • Carries blood from heart to body cells • ...
Flow of the Blood 2013-09-18
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- revieves blood from the lower limbs and abdominal organs and empties into the posterier part of the right atrium of the heart
- a semilunar valve between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery
- The main trunk of the systemic arteries, carrying blood from the left side of the ehart to the arteries of all limbs and organs except the lungs
- the right upper chamber of the heart that recieves blood from the vena cava and coronary sinus
- The chamber on the right side of the heart that revieves venous blood from the right atrium and pumps it into the pulmonary trunk
- recieves blood from the head and arms and chest and empties it into the right atrium of the heart
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- The chamber on the left side of the heart that recieves arterial blood from the left atrium and pumps it into the aorta
- The three-segmented valve of the heart that keeps blood in teh right ventricle from flowing back into the right atrium
- Carries blood to the lungs
- An artery that carries venous blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs
- A valve of the heart, composed of two triangular flaps, that is located between the left atrium and left ventricle and regulates blood flow between these chambers
- A vein that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart
- The left upper chamber of the heart that recieves blood from the pulmonary veins
- The semilunar valve between the left ventricle and the aorta
14 Clues: Carries blood to the lungs • The semilunar valve between the left ventricle and the aorta • a semilunar valve between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery • The left upper chamber of the heart that recieves blood from the pulmonary veins • A vein that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart • ...
Congestive Heart Failure 2025-02-28
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- depends on the heart rate and stroke volume.
- ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and aldosterone blockers reduced 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.
- 7. The overall goals in the management of chronic left heart failure are based on current guidelines, severity, and to Reduce 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. • decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. • Treatment with this class of medicines reduces preload • The most common primary cause of decreased contractility. • ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and aldosterone blockers reduced preload and • ...
Kingdom Hearts 20 Anniversary 2022-04-10
19 Clues: Goat • Shell • Mobile • A weapon • Sleeping • Hard boss • ice cream • thank you • Organization • Without heart • Flower Scythe • Lightning bug • Name means sky • dream protector • Intertwined Fates • optional KH2 boss • Princess of Light • What nobodies want • Sora’s best friend
The Circulatory system 2018-05-06
Across
- Which organ pumps blood around the body?
- When haemoglobin combines with oxygen from the lungs it becomes?
- The measurement of the heart beats per minute
- The volume of blood pumped out of the heart by each ventricle in on beat
- The blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood to the heart
- The amount of blood expelled from the heart each minute
- Blood that is low in oxygen and high in carbon dioxide
- They prevent the back flow of blood
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- Which blood vessel allows food and oxygen to diffuse to cells?
- Which artery pumps blood to the lungs?
- What is the name of the artery at the wrist used for measuring heart rate
- Receives oxygenated blood from the vena cava
- Which blood vessels has the highest blood pressure?
- Blood that is high in oxygen but low in carbon dioxide
14 Clues: They prevent the back flow of blood • Which artery pumps blood to the lungs? • Which organ pumps blood around the body? • Receives oxygenated blood from the vena cava • The measurement of the heart beats per minute • Which blood vessels has the highest blood pressure? • Blood that is high in oxygen but low in carbon dioxide • ...
The Circulatory system 2018-05-06
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- The amount of blood expelled from the heart each minute
- When haemoglobin combines with oxygen from the lungs it becomes?
- Receives oxygenated blood from the vena cava
- What is the name of the artery at the wrist used for measuring heart rate
- The measurement of the heart beats per minute
- The blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood to the heart
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- The volume of blood pumped out of the heart by each ventricle in on beat
- Which artery pumps blood to the lungs?
- Blood that is low in oxygen and high in carbon dioxide
- Which blood vessel allows food and oxygen to diffuse to cells?
- Which blood vessels has the highest blood pressure?
- Blood that is high in oxygen but low in carbon dioxide
- Which organ pumps blood around the body?
- They prevent the back flow of blood
14 Clues: They prevent the back flow of blood • Which artery pumps blood to the lungs? • Which organ pumps blood around the body? • Receives oxygenated blood from the vena cava • The measurement of the heart beats per minute • Which blood vessels has the highest blood pressure? • Blood that is low in oxygen and high in carbon dioxide • ...
Congestive Heart Failure 2024-10-07
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- _____ dysfunction has to do with backward failure of the ventricle and stiffness of the heart. preserved EF
- ____receptors sense decrease in CO
- classical right-sided heart failure symptom
- resistance to ejection of blood from left ventricle.
- Rales, also known as "crackles," are abnormal lung sounds heard during auscultation, often associated with heart failure.
- ends of the fingers or toes become swollen and enlarged, causing the nails to curve downward.
- This peptide's primary origin is cardiac atria
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- pressure generated in left ventricle at the end of diastole
- functional class system for heart failure
- which type of heart failure presents with crackles in lungs
- ____ dysfunction has to do with failure of pump, reduced EF
- orthopnea is a sign of fluid ___
- Heart cauterization measures pulmonary and atrial wedge pressure
- released in response to stretch and increased volume in ventricles
14 Clues: orthopnea is a sign of fluid ___ • ____receptors sense decrease in CO • functional class system for heart failure • classical right-sided heart failure symptom • This peptide's primary origin is cardiac atria • resistance to ejection of blood from left ventricle. • pressure generated in left ventricle at the end of diastole • ...
Cardiovascular (Circulatory) System 2024-01-19
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- the irregular/nonrhythmic beating of the heart when at rest, either too quick or too slow
- when your heart beats too slow
- main organ of the system; pumps blood around the body
- carry de-oxygenated blood to the heart; carbon dioxide full blood
- when blood supply is reduced or cut off completely to one part of the brain
- carry oxygenated/ full of oxygen blood away from the heart
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- connect veins and arteries
- when your heart beats too fast
- when your heart fails to pump blood as well as it should
- open and close to allow blood flow in the right direction
- when you get a blood clot stuck in the blood and a part of the heart is deprived of oxygen, it can die away
11 Clues: connect veins and arteries • when your heart beats too fast • when your heart beats too slow • main organ of the system; pumps blood around the body • when your heart fails to pump blood as well as it should • open and close to allow blood flow in the right direction • carry oxygenated/ full of oxygen blood away from the heart • ...
Circulatory system 2025-10-12
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- Chamber of the heart that receives oxygen-rich blood from the lungs via the pulmonary veins and pumps it into the left ventricle to be distributed throughout the body
- blood that has circulated through the body's tissues, releasing oxygen and picking up carbon dioxide as a waste product
- blood vessels in the body that carry deoxygenated blood from tissues back to the right atrium of the heart, excluding the lungs
- the smallest type of blood vessel in the body, their walls being just one cell thick
- A large vein carrying deoxygenated blood into the heart
- The artery carrying blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation
- A vein carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart
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- lower-left chamber of the heart that pumps oxygenated blood from the left atrium to the aorta, which then distributes it to the entire body
- one of the four chambers of the heart that receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium and pumps it to the lungs for oxygenation
- main artery of the body, supplying oxygenated blood to the circulatory system
- blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to all parts of the body except the lungs
- organ that pumps the blood through the circulatory system
- the upper right chamber of the heart that receives deoxygenated blood from the body and pumps it to the right ventricle
- organs responsible for removing carbon dioxide from the blood and adding oxygen to it
14 Clues: A large vein carrying deoxygenated blood into the heart • organ that pumps the blood through the circulatory system • main artery of the body, supplying oxygenated blood to the circulatory system • A vein carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart • ...
Hearts and arteries and things 2022-05-22
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- This delivers blood to your upper body.
- Carries blood from the body to your heart
- A ______________has the largest heart of all.
- The heart has four of these.
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- A ________ has the smallest heart of all.
- Your heart has a a left and right __________.
- This delivers blood to your lower body.
- Your vessels are altogether __ miles long.
- The heart pumps ___ gallons of blood per day.
- Your heart also has a left and right ________.
- Carries blood to your body
11 Clues: Carries blood to your body • The heart has four of these. • This delivers blood to your lower body. • This delivers blood to your upper body. • A ________ has the smallest heart of all. • Carries blood from the body to your heart • Your vessels are altogether __ miles long. • Your heart has a a left and right __________. • The heart pumps ___ gallons of blood per day. • ...
Circulatory system 2021-12-09
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- A protein, in the blood, that detects and kills foreign or different proteins. (KILL)
- Blood vessels that carry blood AWAY from the heart.
- System The body system that consists of the heart, blood vessels and blood.
- Cava Ven that brings blood back to the heart from the body.
- Two upper chambers of the heart (Collecting Chambers)
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- An iron-containing protein that binds to oxygen and makes blood red.
- Pressure The force that blood exerts on the artery walls.
- pale yellow liquid. Carries blood cells.
- fluid that circulates through the heart and blood vessels bringing nourishment and oxygen to all cells in the body.
- Two lower chambers of the heart. (Pumping Chambers)
- Pressure The force that blood exerts on the artery walls.
- Waves of changing blood pressure, tells you how quickly your heart is beating.
- Microscopic, one cell thick, vessels that connect veins and arteries. (Swiss Cheese)
- Thick wall of tissue that separates the heart into right and left sides.
- Largest blood vessel, artery, in the body.
15 Clues: pale yellow liquid. Carries blood cells. • Largest blood vessel, artery, in the body. • Two lower chambers of the heart. (Pumping Chambers) • Blood vessels that carry blood AWAY from the heart. • Two upper chambers of the heart (Collecting Chambers) • Pressure The force that blood exerts on the artery walls. • ...
GCSE PE 2021-02-12
Across
- fulcrum is in the middle
- principle of training
- muscle that extends the knee
- movement away from the body
- without oxygen
- type of joint
- blood cells Carry oxygen
- function of the skeleton
- takes blood from the heart to the rest of the body and returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart
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- plane Plane that divides the body into front and back
- component of a warm-up
- pumps blood out of the heart
- volume of blood pumped out of the heart per minute
- bone in the upper leg
- carry blood at low pressure
- the ability to combine strength and speed
16 Clues: type of joint • without oxygen • principle of training • bone in the upper leg • component of a warm-up • fulcrum is in the middle • blood cells Carry oxygen • function of the skeleton • movement away from the body • carry blood at low pressure • pumps blood out of the heart • muscle that extends the knee • the ability to combine strength and speed • ...
Human Body Review 2023-01-09
Across
- large, flat muscle that helps with breathing
- Helps with forming scabs
- Upper chamber of the heart
- Fights disease
- a group of cells working together to perform a certain job
- The smallest unit of life
- Connects veins and arteries
- Carries blood back to the heart
- Where digestion begins
- Hair-like structures in the small intestine that absorb nutrients
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- is also known as the windpipe
- a group of tissues working together to perform a certain job
- Lower chamber of the heart
- Liquid part of the blood
- Carries blood away from the heart
- Tiny sacs in the lungs were the gas exchange happens
16 Clues: Fights disease • Where digestion begins • Helps with forming scabs • Liquid part of the blood • The smallest unit of life • Lower chamber of the heart • Upper chamber of the heart • Connects veins and arteries • is also known as the windpipe • Carries blood back to the heart • Carries blood away from the heart • large, flat muscle that helps with breathing • ...
Cardiovascular Conditions 2023-07-07
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- clotting of blood in veins
- inflamed artery
- inability of the heart to pump enough blood to meet demands
- chronic edema from increase in lymphatic fluid
- chest pain caused by ischemia to the heart
- abnormal contraction of the atria causing arrhythmia
- damaged veins and valves
- decreased red blood cells in the body
- hypertrophy of the right ventricle caused by primary lung problem
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- high blood pressure
- classified as dilated, hypertrophic or restrictive
- build up of plaque in arteries
- abnormal dilation of an artery
- heart attack
- artery disease atherosclerosis of the peripheral arteries
- bacterial infection of the lining of the heart
16 Clues: heart attack • inflamed artery • high blood pressure • damaged veins and valves • clotting of blood in veins • build up of plaque in arteries • abnormal dilation of an artery • decreased red blood cells in the body • chest pain caused by ischemia to the heart • chronic edema from increase in lymphatic fluid • bacterial infection of the lining of the heart • ...
Vertebrate Chordata 2020-04-07
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- The circulatory loop where deoxygenated blood from the heart flows to the lungs, oxygenates then flows back to the heart.
- The number of chambers in a human heart
- What snakes "pick up" when they flick their tongues.
- An egg with a shell that contains food for the embryo and a mechanism for gas exchange and waste removal.
- The process of exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide in the tissues and carbon dioxide for oxygen in the lungs.
- The type of endoskeleton that sharks have.
- An animal that is not able to generate and maintain their own body heat.
- The structural support system on the inside of an animal.
- Where gas exchange occurs in fish.
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- Only birds, mammals, and humans are this (it has to do with homeostasis).
- Blood that has a low concentration of oxygen.
- Vessels where the gas exchange occurs.
- The skin of a shark has this instead of scales.
- The vessel that carries blood away from the heart.
- The number of chambers in a fish heart
- The vessel that carries blood to the heart
16 Clues: Where gas exchange occurs in fish. • Vessels where the gas exchange occurs. • The number of chambers in a fish heart • The number of chambers in a human heart • The type of endoskeleton that sharks have. • The vessel that carries blood to the heart • Blood that has a low concentration of oxygen. • The skin of a shark has this instead of scales. • ...
Cardiovascular System Crossword 2020-03-04
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- Upper left division of the heart that retains oxygenated blood from lungs and pumps it to the left ventricle.
- Lower left division of the heart considered as the main pumping chamber.
- 4 veins distributed in pairs to each lung that supply oxygenated blood from lungs to the left ventricle during pulmonary circulation.
- Specialized structure/bundle that generates electrical impulses for contractions.
- Rhythmic dilation of an artery, that is provoked when the aortic valve opens and closes.
- Arteries located in the lungs divided into right and left that deliver deoxygenated blood to each lung.
- Upper right division of the heart that pumps deoxygenated blood to the right ventricle.
- Type of atrioventricular valve that divides the right atrium and ventricle, providing blood to the ventricle from the atrium while opened.
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- Type of atrioventricular valve that closes to fill the left atrium with oxygenated blood, and opens to allow blood-entrance to the left ventricle.
- Right and left arteries of the heart in charge of supplying of oxygen and nutrients the heart muscle during coronary circulation.
- Specific and semilunar valve that warrants the entrance of blood from the heart to the body.
- Lower right division of the heart that collects deoxygenated blood from the right atrium.
- Principal artery in our body, cane-shaped, that during systemic circulation carries blood from the heart to other parts of the body.
- Largest vein in the body that transports deoxygenated blood from lower body parts to the heart.
- Contraction of heart’s ventricles that usually lasts from 0.3-0.4 seconds.
15 Clues: Lower left division of the heart considered as the main pumping chamber. • Contraction of heart’s ventricles that usually lasts from 0.3-0.4 seconds. • Specialized structure/bundle that generates electrical impulses for contractions. • Upper right division of the heart that pumps deoxygenated blood to the right ventricle. • ...
The heart functions-000 2025-09-08
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- when not enough blood is being pumped
- what the heart supplies
- what protects the heart
- takes blood away from the heart
- takes blood into the heart
- what the heart carries into the heart and away
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- the system the heart is from
- the force of blood being pumped
- what we are describing
- what happens when blood flow is blocked
10 Clues: what we are describing • what the heart supplies • what protects the heart • takes blood into the heart • the system the heart is from • the force of blood being pumped • takes blood away from the heart • when not enough blood is being pumped • what happens when blood flow is blocked • what the heart carries into the heart and away
Cardiovascular system 2023-03-09
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- Largest artery in the body.
- One of two upper chambers of the heart.
- Record of the electrical activity of the heart. The electricity is represented by waves or defl ections called P, QRS, or T.
- Small vein.
- Smallest type of blood vessel. Materials pass to and from the bloodstream through the thin capillary walls.
- blood Blood that is oxygen-poor.
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- Structure in veins or in the heart that temporarily closes an opening so that blood flows in only one direction.
- Relaxation phase of the heartbeat. (From Greek diastole, dilation)
- Contraction phase of the heartbeat. (From Greek systole, contraction.)
- Gas that enters the blood through the lungs and travels to the heart to be pumped via arteries to all body cells
- Small artery.
- Abnormal swishing sound caused by improper closure of the heart valves
- Beat of the heart as felt through the walls of the arteries.
- Partition or wall dividing a cavity; such as between the right and left atria (interatrial septum) and right and left ventricles (interventricular septum).
- Thin-walled vessel that carries blood from body tissues and lungs back to the heart. Veins contain valves to prevent backflow of blood.
15 Clues: Small vein. • Small artery. • Largest artery in the body. • blood Blood that is oxygen-poor. • One of two upper chambers of the heart. • Beat of the heart as felt through the walls of the arteries. • Relaxation phase of the heartbeat. (From Greek diastole, dilation) • Contraction phase of the heartbeat. (From Greek systole, contraction.) • ...
Circulatory system 2024-03-28
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- pumps blood to the rest of the body
- carry blood to the heart
- can cause a heart attack
- heart beating too fast
- when the valves of the heart don't open to let blood through
- heart beating too slow
- allow blood flow in one direction
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- connect arteries and veins
- abnormal rythym of the heart
- carry blood away from the heart
10 Clues: heart beating too fast • heart beating too slow • carry blood to the heart • can cause a heart attack • connect arteries and veins • abnormal rythym of the heart • carry blood away from the heart • allow blood flow in one direction • pumps blood to the rest of the body • when the valves of the heart don't open to let blood through
Heart Happy 2021-02-04
THE HEART 2020-02-20
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- Oxygenated blood to all the body
- the largest vein in the body, it carries blood from the body back to the heart
- Receives deoxygenated blood from the body
- Poor blood to the lungs
- Our heart has 4 of them, and prevents the backward flow of blood
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- Pumps the blood into aorta
- Pumps deoxygenated blood into the pulmonary artery
- Our heart has 4 of them, one of them its called "right ventricle"
- Takes oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium
- Its and organ from the circulatory system
10 Clues: Poor blood to the lungs • Pumps the blood into aorta • Oxygenated blood to all the body • Receives deoxygenated blood from the body • Its and organ from the circulatory system • Pumps deoxygenated blood into the pulmonary artery • Takes oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium • Our heart has 4 of them, one of them its called "right ventricle" • ...
Heart Structure 2020-02-20
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- reciving chambers for blood to flow though the heart
- returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart after arteries carry blood out
- controls the heart rate
- act as a holding chamber for blood returning from the lungs
- receives deoxygenated blood from the body
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- makes sure the heart is pumping and it is circulating blood
- receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium
- carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs
- carries the oxigenated blood from the body to the right atrium
- carries blood away from your heart
10 Clues: controls the heart rate • carries blood away from your heart • receives deoxygenated blood from the body • receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium • reciving chambers for blood to flow though the heart • makes sure the heart is pumping and it is circulating blood • act as a holding chamber for blood returning from the lungs • ...
The heart 2020-02-22
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- Prevent the backward flow of blood
- It pumps blood through the body
- it receives blood
- the veins transport this
- carries blood away from the heart
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- it carries deoxygenated blood to the heart
- they transport blood
- system: a network consisting in the heart, vessels and chambers
- it keeps you alive
- they receive and pump blood
10 Clues: it receives blood • it keeps you alive • they transport blood • the veins transport this • they receive and pump blood • It pumps blood through the body • carries blood away from the heart • Prevent the backward flow of blood • it carries deoxygenated blood to the heart • system: a network consisting in the heart, vessels and chambers
Heart Failure 2021-04-25
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- Recombinant Human B-type natriuretic peptide indicated in acute heart failure
- Indicated in heart failure cases where additional control of BP or afterload reduction is required
- 1st line drug for CCF with Atrial Fibrillation
- Suitable drug for pregnancy with HF
- Non-sympathomimetic non-glycoside inotropic agent
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- Combination of this drug with ACEIs helps in alleviating aldosterone escape
- Preferred venodilator in Heart failure patients with dyspnoea
- Used in advanced CHF to overcome furosemide resistance
- Oral V2 antagonist in heart failure management
- Anticoagulant recommended in Heart failure patients having previous H/O embolic effect
10 Clues: Suitable drug for pregnancy with HF • Oral V2 antagonist in heart failure management • 1st line drug for CCF with Atrial Fibrillation • Non-sympathomimetic non-glycoside inotropic agent • Used in advanced CHF to overcome furosemide resistance • Preferred venodilator in Heart failure patients with dyspnoea • ...
Heart anatomy 2021-04-07
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- On the lower part of the heart (found on both sides
- On the upper part of the heart (found on both sides)
- Where oxygenated blood exits to go to the body
- prevents backflow from ventricles to atrium
- prevents backflow from arteries to ventricle
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- Where blood enters the heart
- Side that deoxygenated blood first enters
- Artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs
- Carries oxygenated blood back to the heart
- Carries blood back towards the heart (usually deoxygenated)
10 Clues: Where blood enters the heart • Side that deoxygenated blood first enters • Carries oxygenated blood back to the heart • prevents backflow from ventricles to atrium • prevents backflow from arteries to ventricle • Where oxygenated blood exits to go to the body • Artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs • On the lower part of the heart (found on both sides • ...
Human Heart 2021-11-03
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- / chamber of heart that pumps blood to all body parts
- / blood rich in oxygen
- / muscular organ that pumps blood
- / largest artery
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- / blood vessel carry blood towards heart
- / blood vessel carries blood away from heart
- / blood rich in carbon dioxide
- / organ where blood is oxygenated.
- / chamber of heart that receives blood from body parts
- cava / largest vein
10 Clues: / largest artery • / blood rich in oxygen • cava / largest vein • / blood rich in carbon dioxide • / organ where blood is oxygenated. • / muscular organ that pumps blood • / blood vessel carry blood towards heart • / blood vessel carries blood away from heart • / chamber of heart that pumps blood to all body parts • ...
Heart Disease 2022-02-09
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- Poor eating habits that result in under or overeating
- Pain that occurs between the neck and upper abdomen
- inhaling or exhaling tobacco
- Can cause arteries to harden/thicken
- A condition that causes an irregular heartbeat
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- One or more coronary arteries are blocked
- Causes blood vessels to build up extra fat deposits
- When the body does not get enough exercise
- A disorder affecting the heart
- Disease that causes blood glucose levels to be too high
10 Clues: inhaling or exhaling tobacco • A disorder affecting the heart • Can cause arteries to harden/thicken • One or more coronary arteries are blocked • When the body does not get enough exercise • A condition that causes an irregular heartbeat • Causes blood vessels to build up extra fat deposits • Pain that occurs between the neck and upper abdomen • ...
The Heart 2017-02-13
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- A merry heart doeth good like a ______: but a broken spirit drieth the bones - Proverbs 17:22
- For man looketh on the ______ appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart - 1 Samuel 16:7b
- And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall ______ for me with all your heart - Jeremiah 29:13
- For where your _______ is, there will your heart be also - Matthew 6:21
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- The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately ______ : who can know it? - Jeremiah 17:9
- Keep thy heart with all ________, for out of it are the issues of life - Proverbs 4:23. Meaning: above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.
- ______ thyself also in the LORD, and he shall give thee the desires of your heart - Psalm 37:4
- Blessed are the _____ in heart: for they shall see God - Matthew 5:8
- My flesh and my heart faileth, but God is the ______ of my heart - Psalm 73:26
- ______ in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding - Proverbs 3:5
10 Clues: Blessed are the _____ in heart: for they shall see God - Matthew 5:8 • For where your _______ is, there will your heart be also - Matthew 6:21 • My flesh and my heart faileth, but God is the ______ of my heart - Psalm 73:26 • For man looketh on the ______ appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart - 1 Samuel 16:7b • ...
The Heart 2016-12-15
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- Where oxygenated blood goes
- Number of valves in the heart
- Type of valve in deoxygenated side of heart
- Smallest blood vessels
- Largest blood vessels
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- Type of valve in oxygenated side of heart
- Where deoxygenated blood goes
- Main artery carrying deoxygenated blood to lungs
- Your heart is the size of this
- Third type of blood vessel
10 Clues: Largest blood vessels • Smallest blood vessels • Third type of blood vessel • Where oxygenated blood goes • Where deoxygenated blood goes • Number of valves in the heart • Your heart is the size of this • Type of valve in oxygenated side of heart • Type of valve in deoxygenated side of heart • Main artery carrying deoxygenated blood to lungs
The Heart 2018-02-13
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- 1 of 4 chambers; blood enters two atria and exits two ventricles
- 1 of 4 chambers; located under left atrium by Mitral valve
- Carry oxygenated blood to the left and right atrium
- carries oxygen-depleted blood back to the lungs
- SVC; Returns deoxygenated blood to the right atrium; formed by left and right brachiocephalic veins
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- Dividing wall between the right and left parts of the heart
- 1 of 4 chambers; Deoxygenated blood enters through inferior and superior vena cava
- 1 of 4 chambers; located under right atrium
- Flaps that prevent the backward flow of blood
- The largest artery in the body
10 Clues: The largest artery in the body • 1 of 4 chambers; located under right atrium • Flaps that prevent the backward flow of blood • carries oxygen-depleted blood back to the lungs • Carry oxygenated blood to the left and right atrium • 1 of 4 chambers; located under left atrium by Mitral valve • Dividing wall between the right and left parts of the heart • ...
Heart Infract 2019-11-05
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- state when blood flow through the artery is blocked
- surgical procedure to move tissue from one site to another on the body, or from another body
- test that checks how your heart is functioning by measuring the electical activity of the heart
- an inflammation of pericardium
- the most accurate rate to diagnose heart infraction
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- situation when the organ doesn't get enough blood
- is a medical imaging technique used to visualize the inside of blood vessels
- irregular heartbeat, it could be too fast or too slow
- drug which desolves blood clots
- elevated level of lipids
10 Clues: elevated level of lipids • an inflammation of pericardium • drug which desolves blood clots • situation when the organ doesn't get enough blood • state when blood flow through the artery is blocked • the most accurate rate to diagnose heart infraction • irregular heartbeat, it could be too fast or too slow • ...
Heart vocab 2013-11-18
10 Clues: small blood vessel • helps fight disease • it helps form scabs • organs that filtar lymph • contains white blood cell • makes up most of the blood • they bond with air particles • moves blood back to the heart • moves blood away from the heart • a protein found inside red blood cells
Heart Parts 2016-03-10
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- tubes that carry oxygen depleted blood towards the heart
- one of two large chambers that collect and expel blood received from an atrium
- another word for heart
- main artery/it passes over the heart from the left ventricle and runs down in front of the backbone
- one of the two blood collection chambers of the heart
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- controls blood flow to and from heart
- muscular walled tubes in which blood is carried form the heart to all parts of the body
- either of two large veins by which the blood is returned to the right atrium of the heart
- separates the two upper chambers (the right and left atria) of the heart
- the smallest of blood vessels
10 Clues: another word for heart • the smallest of blood vessels • controls blood flow to and from heart • one of the two blood collection chambers of the heart • tubes that carry oxygen depleted blood towards the heart • separates the two upper chambers (the right and left atria) of the heart • one of two large chambers that collect and expel blood received from an atrium • ...
HEART FAILURE 2023-10-29
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- both sides of the heart are affected. This can cause the same symptoms as both left-sided and right-sided heart failure, such as shortness of breath and a build-up of fluid.
- medicines that help reduce fluid buildup in the body
- the amount of blood that your heart pumps each time it beats
- HOB elevated and position change q2h are examples of what part of the nursing process.
- discontinuous, explosive, and nonmusical adventitious lung sounds normally heard in inspiration and sometimes during expiration
- a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart
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- A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
- accumulation of fluid within the peritoneal cavity.
- swelling caused by too much fluid trapped in the body's tissues.
- shortness of breath that occurs while lying flat and is relieved by sitting or standing
10 Clues: accumulation of fluid within the peritoneal cavity. • medicines that help reduce fluid buildup in the body • the amount of blood that your heart pumps each time it beats • swelling caused by too much fluid trapped in the body's tissues. • a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart • ...
The heart 2023-12-12
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- Upper chamber of the heart
- exercise to pump up the heart and get your heart rate up
- When the heart skips a beat
- Lower chamber of the heart
- chest pain when the heart doesn’t receive enough oxygen (two words out together)
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- Hardened arteries with reduced elasticity
- A Disease that cannot be transmitted from person to person or from the environment
- A heart disease caused by fat buildup disrupting blood flow to the heart
- Another name for high blood pressure
- Disease caused by buildup of plaque on artery walls
10 Clues: Upper chamber of the heart • Lower chamber of the heart • When the heart skips a beat • Another name for high blood pressure • Hardened arteries with reduced elasticity • Disease caused by buildup of plaque on artery walls • exercise to pump up the heart and get your heart rate up • A heart disease caused by fat buildup disrupting blood flow to the heart • ...
The heart 2023-12-12
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- A health factor that can cause health problems after a while that you cannot control
- Another name for high blood pressure
- When the heart skips a beat
- A heart disease caused by fat buildup disrupting blood flow to the heart
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- Disease caused by buildup of plaque on artery walls
- A health factor you are born with but cannot change genetically that’s ay cause health problems
- A Disease that cannot be transmitted from person to person or from the environment
- Hardened arteries with reduced elasticity
- chest pain when the heart doesn’t receive enough oxygen (two words out together)
- A factor in your health that involves what you eat
10 Clues: When the heart skips a beat • Another name for high blood pressure • Hardened arteries with reduced elasticity • A factor in your health that involves what you eat • Disease caused by buildup of plaque on artery walls • A heart disease caused by fat buildup disrupting blood flow to the heart • ...
Heart disease 2022-10-24
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- high-density lipoprotein is the meaning
- the pressure of the blood in the circulatory system
- Blood pressure that is higher than normal
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- A fat like substance that is found in all the cells of your body
- when a part of the heart muscle doesn't get enough blood
- when someone is hyperly active
- when someone not hyper at all
- A blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to organs the body
- Health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy
- When something block blood supply to part of the brain
10 Clues: when someone not hyper at all • when someone is hyperly active • high-density lipoprotein is the meaning • Blood pressure that is higher than normal • the pressure of the blood in the circulatory system • When something block blood supply to part of the brain • when a part of the heart muscle doesn't get enough blood • ...
heart love 2023-02-26
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- The claim that the contact between the hand and the ball is inadvertent, therefore it shouldn’t warrant a free kick. (Ball-to-....)
- The term used for soccer in Europe and other countries outside of North America and Australia.
- A commentator favourite to describe the ball crossing the line and hugging the net, in other words, a goal. (.... of the net)
- The ....... is taken from the center spot at the start of play at the beginning of each half and after a goal has been scored.
- A pass played across the face of a goal.
- version of football played indoors.
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- This is said when a player attempts to tackle the ball, and connects with the ball rather than the player. (All ....)
- A kick that curves in toward the goal.
- The movement by a player where they jump up, throw both feet in the air and hit the ball in a pedaling motion to send the ball in the opposite direction they’re facing. Also known as the overhead kick. (....... kick)
- Any illegal play.
10 Clues: Any illegal play. • version of football played indoors. • A kick that curves in toward the goal. • A pass played across the face of a goal. • The term used for soccer in Europe and other countries outside of North America and Australia. • This is said when a player attempts to tackle the ball, and connects with the ball rather than the player. (All ....) • ...
The Heart 2023-07-05
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- The muscular organ responsible for pumping blood
- Chambers that holds blood about to leave the heart
- This heart structure receives deoxygenated blood
- Deoxygenated blood is rich in
- This blood has low oxygen levels
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- It carries oxygenated blood away from the heart
- This heart structure receives oxygenated blood
- This type of circulatory system is characterized by two separate circuits
- Term used to describe blood with high levels of oxygen
- This vena cava brings blood from the upper body
10 Clues: Deoxygenated blood is rich in • This blood has low oxygen levels • This heart structure receives oxygenated blood • It carries oxygenated blood away from the heart • This vena cava brings blood from the upper body • The muscular organ responsible for pumping blood • This heart structure receives deoxygenated blood • Chambers that holds blood about to leave the heart • ...
Heart Anatomy 2024-11-26
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- Pumps oxygenated blood to the body
- Receives blood from the body and lungs
- These are arteries that deliver blood to the heart
- causes the ventricles to be simultaneously
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- The pacemaker of the heart
- Causes a 1/10 second delay in electricle conduction
- Circulate oxygenated blood to the body
- prevent blood from flowing the wrong way in the heart
- Return blood to the heart
- a procedure that bibasses blocked arteries
10 Clues: Return blood to the heart • The pacemaker of the heart • Pumps oxygenated blood to the body • Circulate oxygenated blood to the body • Receives blood from the body and lungs • a procedure that bibasses blocked arteries • causes the ventricles to be simultaneously • These are arteries that deliver blood to the heart • Causes a 1/10 second delay in electricle conduction • ...
Heart Health 2025-01-02
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- A habit like smoking that increases heart attack risk.
- A medicine given to thin blood during a heart attack.
- Another phrase for Myocardial Infarction.
- The "C" in CPR stands for ___________.
- The main artery that supplies blood to the heart.
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- A key component of CPR is chest ___________.
- Before conducting CPR, check if the person is ___________.
- A heart attack is often caused by a blocked ___________.
- The acronym for the technique used to open an airway and assist with breathing.
- A life-saving technique used when someone is not breathing.
10 Clues: The "C" in CPR stands for ___________. • Another phrase for Myocardial Infarction. • A key component of CPR is chest ___________. • The main artery that supplies blood to the heart. • A medicine given to thin blood during a heart attack. • A habit like smoking that increases heart attack risk. • A heart attack is often caused by a blocked ___________. • ...
The Heart 2025-03-05
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- The bottom chambers of the heart
- The name of the structure where oxygenated blood exits the heart
- Blood flowing on the left side of the heart is:
- The name of the muscular layer of the heart
- The other name for the Bicuspid valve
- Where blood goes after coming in through the pulmonary veins
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- The largest vein the body
- The type of blood that leaves through the pulmonary artery
- The name of the artery where deoxygenated blood exits the heart
- Blood travels through this valves after being in the right atrium
10 Clues: The largest vein the body • The bottom chambers of the heart • The other name for the Bicuspid valve • The name of the muscular layer of the heart • Blood flowing on the left side of the heart is: • The type of blood that leaves through the pulmonary artery • Where blood goes after coming in through the pulmonary veins • ...
The heart 2025-06-05
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- a one-way opening
- blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
- an organ that contains oxygen
- a sequence of events in which the heart contracts and relaxes
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- main artery, carries oxygenated blood from heart to body
- pumps blood to lungs and body
- the organ that pumps blood through the body
- blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart
- receives blood from lungs and body
- liquid that flows through the body, carrying oxygen, waste and nutrients
10 Clues: a one-way opening • pumps blood to lungs and body • an organ that contains oxygen • receives blood from lungs and body • the organ that pumps blood through the body • blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart • blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart • main artery, carries oxygenated blood from heart to body • ...
Heart Words 2024-12-04
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- _______ you please help me clean up our classroom?
- ______ were playing at the park.
- My _______ crow story is Crow Chief.
- We love it ______ we get a quick and quiet prize.
- Miss Julie _____ that we could visit the book fair on Friday.
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- Do you know ______ leaves change color?
- Do you know _____ our big buddy classrooms are?
- I started my thank you note with the word _______.
- We like to say ______ you to the people who help in our classroom.
- ________ is your favorite color?
10 Clues: ______ were playing at the park. • ________ is your favorite color? • My _______ crow story is Crow Chief. • Do you know ______ leaves change color? • Do you know _____ our big buddy classrooms are? • We love it ______ we get a quick and quiet prize. • _______ you please help me clean up our classroom? • I started my thank you note with the word _______. • ...
The heart 2025-09-27
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- – Carries blood away from the heart.
- – The main artery leaving the heart.
- – Organ where blood picks up oxygen.
- – The heartbeat felt in arteries.
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- – Liquid part of blood.
- – Lower chamber of the heart.
- – Carries blood toward the heart.
- – Upper chamber of the heart.
- – Prevents backflow of blood.
- – Wall dividing left and right sides of the heart.
10 Clues: – Liquid part of blood. • – Lower chamber of the heart. • – Upper chamber of the heart. • – Prevents backflow of blood. • – Carries blood toward the heart. • – The heartbeat felt in arteries. • – Carries blood away from the heart. • – The main artery leaving the heart. • – Organ where blood picks up oxygen. • – Wall dividing left and right sides of the heart.
The heart 2025-11-08
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- structures within the heart that regulate blood flow between its chambers
- one of the four chambers of the heart, located on the upper right side.
- one of the four chambers of the heart, located on the left side
- the main artery of the body
- gatekeeper for electrical signals from the atria to the ventricles
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- a minute, hairlike blood vessel connecting the smallest arteries and veins or a tube with a very fine bore
- a small group of specialized cells located in the right atrium of the heart
- A blood vessel that carries blood to the heart from tissues and organs in the body
- two of the body's largest veins that carry deoxygenated blood from the upper and lower body
- A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
10 Clues: the main artery of the body • A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart • one of the four chambers of the heart, located on the left side • gatekeeper for electrical signals from the atria to the ventricles • one of the four chambers of the heart, located on the upper right side. • ...
Open Heart 2014-05-11
10 Clues: / SMILE • / birth • / pillow • / up next • / Christmas • / helping hand • / I look up to you • / When were you born • friend / I need your help • / You see it through your window as soon as you wake up
Heart Smart 2014-01-14
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- Bad Cholesterol
- Heart healthy fats
- High source of Omega-3 acids
- Waxy, fat-like substance
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- Binds with water to remove cholesterol and lowers it as a whole
- Bad fats from animal products
- Medical name for fats in the body
- A sweet food source high in dietary fiber
- Mineral and electrolyte that our body needs to function
- Good Cholesterol
10 Clues: Bad Cholesterol • Good Cholesterol • Heart healthy fats • Waxy, fat-like substance • High source of Omega-3 acids • Bad fats from animal products • Medical name for fats in the body • A sweet food source high in dietary fiber • Mineral and electrolyte that our body needs to function • Binds with water to remove cholesterol and lowers it as a whole
Heart Parts 2016-03-10
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- tubes that carry oxygen depleted blood towards the heart
- one of two large chambers that collect and expel blood received from an atrium
- another word for heart
- main artery/it passes over the heart from the left ventricle and runs down in front of the backbone
- one of the two blood collection chambers of the heart
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- controls blood flow to and from heart
- muscular walled tubes in which blood is carried form the heart to all parts of the body
- either of two large veins by which the blood is returned to the right atrium of the heart
- separates the two upper chambers (the right and left atria) of the heart
- the smallest of blood vessels
10 Clues: another word for heart • the smallest of blood vessels • controls blood flow to and from heart • one of the two blood collection chambers of the heart • tubes that carry oxygen depleted blood towards the heart • separates the two upper chambers (the right and left atria) of the heart • one of two large chambers that collect and expel blood received from an atrium • ...
The Heart 2018-02-13
Across
- Any of the tubular muscular and elastic-walled vessels
- Trunk that carries blood from the heart through the body
- Chamber in the heart that receives blood
- Tubular vessels branching out that carry blood
- Involving, held by, or resulting from surface tension
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- Cava Large veins that returns blood to the right atrium
- Chamber that lets out blood to the arteries
- Muscle The principal involuntary muscle tissue of the ventricle heart
- Passage that closes to let fluid out
- Dividing wall or membrane
10 Clues: Dividing wall or membrane • Passage that closes to let fluid out • Chamber in the heart that receives blood • Chamber that lets out blood to the arteries • Tubular vessels branching out that carry blood • Involving, held by, or resulting from surface tension • Cava Large veins that returns blood to the right atrium • ...
The Heart 2022-02-10
Across
- The heart is located in our ______.
- This protects our heart in something that looks like a cage.
- Where we can feel our heart beating.
- The tip of the heart is called this.
- The heart beats all the time, it never ____.
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- The size of our heart is equal to this.
- The heart has 4 rooms called ______.
- The "doors" in the heart that let blood in and out.
- The color of your blood.
- Your blood vessels deliver this all over your body.
10 Clues: The color of your blood. • The heart is located in our ______. • The heart has 4 rooms called ______. • Where we can feel our heart beating. • The tip of the heart is called this. • The size of our heart is equal to this. • The heart beats all the time, it never ____. • The "doors" in the heart that let blood in and out. • ...
HEART FAILURE 2023-11-02
Across
- HOB elevated and position change q2h are examples of what part of the nursing process.
- The amount of blood that your heart pumps each time it beats.
- Discontinuous, explosive, and nonmusical adventitious lung sounds normally heard in inspiration and sometimes during expiration.
- Both sides of the heart are affected.This can cause the same symptoms as both left-sided and right-sided heart failure, such as shortness of breath and a build of of fluid.
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- Medication that help reduce fluid buildup in the body.
- A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
- Accumulation of fluid within the peritoneal cavity.
- Shortness of breath that occurs while lying flat and is relieved by sitting or standing.
- A simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart.
- Swelling caused by too much fluid trapped in the body tissues.
10 Clues: Accumulation of fluid within the peritoneal cavity. • Medication that help reduce fluid buildup in the body. • The amount of blood that your heart pumps each time it beats. • Swelling caused by too much fluid trapped in the body tissues. • A simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart. • ...
COLD HEART 2024-05-27
10 Clues: opposite to hot • opposite to lose • opposite to weak • opposite to short • opposite to right • Synonim for person • the place we live in • a vital organ in our bodies • what we sometimes don´t have • when you a pregnant you have a ...
Heart Procedures 2024-11-26
Across
- A procedure that inserts a catherter used to open up arteries
- must have an EF of 35 or less to qualify
- Replacing a heart
- caused when the interior wall of the aretery tears open
- used to put the heart back into a normal rhythm
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- A procedure to stop leaks
- a wire cage to keep arteries open
- Uses Radiofrequency energy to burn extra pathways in the heart
- A procedure using other blood vessels to go around a blockage
- Like a PCI but designed to stop leaks
10 Clues: Replacing a heart • A procedure to stop leaks • a wire cage to keep arteries open • Like a PCI but designed to stop leaks • must have an EF of 35 or less to qualify • used to put the heart back into a normal rhythm • caused when the interior wall of the aretery tears open • A procedure that inserts a catherter used to open up arteries • ...
The Heart 2024-10-07
Across
- chamber of the heart which receives blood from an atrium
- heart chamber that receives blood into the heart and drives it into a ventricle
- when the heart muscle relaxes
- large vein that carries blood to the heart
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- valve which allows blood flowing into the heart from the body to flow to the right ventricle
- red blood cells, deliver oxygen to the tissues in your body
- carries blood away from heart
- carries blood to heart
- a condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure.
- largest artery
10 Clues: largest artery • carries blood to heart • carries blood away from heart • when the heart muscle relaxes • large vein that carries blood to the heart • chamber of the heart which receives blood from an atrium • red blood cells, deliver oxygen to the tissues in your body • a condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. • ...
The Heart 2024-10-05
Across
- The only part of the body where the blood supply is unchanged during exercise at maximal levels is the (5)
- The inner surfaces of the heart, including those of the heart valves, are covered by the (11)
- Excess interstitial fluid accumulation (5)
- The recording of the electrical events occuring in the heart over time is called an (17)
- Term for faster-than-normal HR (11)
Down
- The amount of blood pumped by each ventricle with every heartbeat (6,7)
- Can lead to coronary artery disease (16)
- The output that the stroke volume and heart is used to calculate (7)
- An important factor in the Frank-Starling law of the heart (8)
- The resistance to flow caused by interactions among molecules and suspended materials in a liquid is referred to (9)
10 Clues: Term for faster-than-normal HR (11) • Can lead to coronary artery disease (16) • Excess interstitial fluid accumulation (5) • An important factor in the Frank-Starling law of the heart (8) • The output that the stroke volume and heart is used to calculate (7) • The amount of blood pumped by each ventricle with every heartbeat (6,7) • ...
The heart 2025-09-04
10 Clues: takes blood in • takes blood away • protects the heart • what the heart supples • The weight of the heart • a type of heart disease • what the heart is to the body • Transports oxegyen throughtout the body • what blood flows into the heart and away • what the heart does to keep blood flow smoothly
Cardio - Lec 14: The Baroreflex 2013-08-26
Across
- true or false? There are more alpha receptors than beta receptors in cardiac and skeletal muscle vascular beds.
- If pressure remains elevated, firing rate of high pressure receptors decreases to a new ‘____ ______’.
- high pressure receptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses respond ________ to changes in blood pressure.
- the medullary cardiovascular centre has both a ______ region (normal tonic symp stmulation to blood vessels and heart) and a DEPRESSOR region (stimulated by baroreceptor firing – inhibits sympathetic discharge from _______ region).
- cardiopulmonary low pressure stretch receptors respond to absolute pressure, not pressure _________. Respond to changes in blood volume in heart and great veins (affects venous return).
- the baroreflex is a ___________ feedback loop.
- increased sympathetic drive in cases of low blood volume sympathetic stimulation of the _____________ apparatus in the kidney activation of the RAAS system conservation of water and salt. Also increases ADH release.
- ________ arch high pressure baroreceptors respond to pulsatile flow, whereas carotid sinuses baroreceptors respond to non pulsatile stretch.
- the receptors for parasympathetic stimulation at effector organs are __________ receptors (bind to acetylcholine)
- the sympathetic NS not only increases stroke volume directly by increasing contractility, but also indirectly by increasing EDV (preload) due to increased ________ ________ (by venoconstriction of veins) .
- sympathetic nerves arise from the _______ and lumbar regions of the spinal column, whereas parasympathetic arise from cervical and sacral regions.
- the pressor region of the medullary cardiovascular centre provides normal sympathetic stimulation to blood vessels and heart. Baseline ____ of blood vessels.
- decreased stretch of cardiopulmonary baroreceptors (low pressure receptors) indicates decreased venous return. Nerve conveys this to medullary cardiovascular centre increases __________ drive to heart and blood vessels, decreases PS drive to heart.
- when these adrenoceptors are stimulated relaxation of vessels due to adenylate cyclase activation and cAMP production. High propotion of these receptors in cardiac and skeletal muscle vasculature.
Down
- the ____________________ tract has a high proportion of alpha receptors cf beta. Means that when sympathetic stimulation increases, these vessels constrict. Divert blood away. This is because of activation of phospholipase C and IP3 production calcium release from SR contraction.
- the ratio of _____ to beta receptors varies in different vascular beds.
- sympathetic supply to the blood vessels includes : arterioles (increases TPR at alpha receptors), and at ______ increases venous return.
- ______________ receptors aka low pressure receptors. Stretch receptors in atria, great veins/artial junction, ventricles and pulmonary veins.
- cardiopulmonary receptors are found in the heart and pulmonary veins, also known as ____ pressure receptors. They respond to ABSOLUTE pressure, not changes in pressure.
- sympathetic stimulation of the myocardium increases ________________ (force generated for a given length of muscle fibre) by increasing intracellular Ca during contraction. (increases stroke volume). Also increases heart rate at SA node (therefore increases CO = SV x HR)
- afferent pathways for the baroreceptor reflex (heading TO the brain) are via cranial nerve 9 (glossophayngeal) and CN 10 (_____ nerve)
- parasympathetic supply to the heart contacts only the _____ ______ node. (decreases heart rate). Sympathetic contacts this node, as well as the myocardium.
- sympathetic supply to the heart contacts the sino artial node (increase rate of contraction, but also contacts the ___________ (increased force of contraction).
- noradrenaline is the neurotransmitter of the sympathetic nervous system (at the effector organ), it binds to alpha and beta ________________.
- this region of the medullary cardiovascular centre is stimulated by baroreceptor firing (when there is increased stretch) suppresses the sympathetic drive coming from the pressor region.
- control of the systemic _______ pressure is the most important aspect of controlling cardiovascular function. Heart rate is NOT monitored. This control is the baroreflex.
- ____ pressure receptors (arterial receptors) are stretch receptors located in the carotid sinuses and aortic arch. Respond RAPIDLY (within one heart beat).
- there is sympathetic supply to the ______ and blood vessels, but parasympathetic only to ______ (not blood vessels).
28 Clues: the baroreflex is a ___________ feedback loop. • the ratio of _____ to beta receptors varies in different vascular beds. • If pressure remains elevated, firing rate of high pressure receptors decreases to a new ‘____ ______’. • high pressure receptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses respond ________ to changes in blood pressure. • ...
Cardiac Assessment 2024-02-01
Across
- an abnormal heart sound detected late in diastole as resistance is met to blood entering either ventricle during atrial contraction; most often caused by hypertrophy of the ventricle
- blood pressure that is persistently greater than 130/80 mm Hg
- an abnormal heart sound detected early in diastole as resistance is met to blood entering either ventricle; most often due to volume overload associated with heart failure
- click abnormal systolic sound created by the opening of a calcified aortic or pulmonic valve during ventricular contraction
- the process of continuous electrocardiographic monitoring by the transmission of radio waves from a battery-operated transmitter worn by the patient
- return of the cell to resting state, caused by reentry of potassium into the cell while sodium exits the cell
- conduction system specialized heart cells strategically located throughout the heart that are responsible for methodically generating and coordinating the transmission of electrical impulses to the myocardial cells
- a decrease in blood pressure to less than 90/60 mm Hg that compromises systemic perfusion
- ischemia condition in which heart muscle cells receive less oxygen than needed
- gallop abnormal sounds created by the presence of an S3 and S4 during periods of tachycardia
- hypotension a significant drop in blood pressure (20 mm Hg systolic or more or 10 mm Hg diastolic or more) after an upright posture is assumed
- unstable atoms that give off small amounts of energy in the form of gamma rays as they decay; used in cardiac nuclear medicine studies
- output amount of blood pumped by each ventricle in liters per minute
- period of ventricular contraction resulting in ejection of blood from the ventricles into the pulmonary artery and aorta
- period of ventricular relaxation resulting in ventricular filling
- muscle layer of the heart responsible for the pumping action of the heart
- impulse impulse normally palpated at the fifth intercostal space, left midclavicular line; caused by contraction of the left ventricle (synonym: point of maximal impulse)
- node secondary pacemaker of the heart, located in the right atrial wall near the tricuspid valve
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- sounds created by abnormal, turbulent flow of blood in the heart
- node primary pacemaker of the heart, located in the right atrium
- degree of stretch of the cardiac muscle fibers at the end of diastole
- catheterization an invasive procedure used to measure cardiac chamber pressures and assess patency of the coronary arteries
- deficit the difference between the apical and radial pulse rates
- stress test a test used to evaluate the functioning of the heart during a period of increased oxygen demand; test may be initiated by exercise or medications
- the first heart sound produced by closure of the atrioventricular (mitral and tricuspid) valves
- vascular resistance resistance to blood flow out of the left ventricle created by the systemic circulatory system
- nerve fibers located in the aortic arch and carotid arteries that are responsible for control of the blood pressure
- fraction percentage of the end-diastolic blood volume ejected from the ventricle with each heartbeat
- the amount of resistance to ejection of blood from the ventricle
- snaps abnormal diastolic sounds generated during opening of rigid atrioventricular valve leaflets
- heart sounds sounds produced when the valves close; normal heart sounds are S1 (atrioventricular valves) and S2 (semilunar valves)
- volume amount of blood ejected from one of the ventricles per heartbeat
- coronary syndrome a constellation of signs and symptoms due to the rupture of atherosclerotic plaque and resultant partial or complete thrombosis within a diseased coronary artery
- electrical activation of a cell caused by the influx of sodium into the cell while potassium exits the cell
- the second heart sound produced by closure of the semilunar (aortic and pulmonic) valves
- ability of the cardiac muscle to shorten in response to an electrical impulse
- vascular resistance resistance to blood flow out of the right ventricle created by the pulmonary circulatory system
37 Clues: blood pressure that is persistently greater than 130/80 mm Hg • sounds created by abnormal, turbulent flow of blood in the heart • the amount of resistance to ejection of blood from the ventricle • period of ventricular relaxation resulting in ventricular filling • degree of stretch of the cardiac muscle fibers at the end of diastole • ...
lesson 10 - the heart 2025-07-11
Across
- this is the word used for heart relaxation
- this describes muscle where we can see the fiber lines
- these blood vessels carry blood to the heart
- this is also known as the bicuspid valve
- the heart sounds are due to the ? of the valves
Down
- the tricuspid valve is found on the ? side of the heart
- the right ventricle sends blood to the ?
- the two upper chambers of the heart are known as ?
- the second heart sound is from the closure of the pulmonary and ? valves
- this structure separates the right and left ventricles
- this is when the upper chambers of the heart quiver rather than beat
- the left ventricle sends blood into ? circulation
12 Clues: the right ventricle sends blood to the ? • this is also known as the bicuspid valve • this is the word used for heart relaxation • these blood vessels carry blood to the heart • the heart sounds are due to the ? of the valves • the left ventricle sends blood into ? circulation • the two upper chambers of the heart are known as ? • ...
Circulatory system 2021-09-12
Across
- a liquid that circulates in the veins and arteries
- delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells
- a protein molecule in RBC
- muscular organ that pumps blood
- removal of oxygen
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- treated with oxygen
- forms the connection between the ateries and veins
- lower 2 cavities of the heart
- a blood vessel that delivers blood from the heart to the tissue
- 2 flaps that make the blood go 1 way
- blood vessels that carry blood low in oxygen from the body back to the heart
- supplies oxygenated blood
- upper 2 cavities of the heart
13 Clues: removal of oxygen • treated with oxygen • a protein molecule in RBC • supplies oxygenated blood • lower 2 cavities of the heart • upper 2 cavities of the heart • muscular organ that pumps blood • 2 flaps that make the blood go 1 way • delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells • a liquid that circulates in the veins and arteries • forms the connection between the ateries and veins • ...
VITAL SIGNS 2021-09-28
Across
- HEARTBEAT IS TOO FAST
- NUMBER OF BREATHS PER MINUTE
- HEARTBEAT IS TOO SLOW
- LOW BLOOD OXYGEN
- HEART RATE, BPM
- TOP NUMBER, HEART CONTRACTING, FIRST NOISE HEARD AS BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF RELEASES AIR
- BLOOD PRESSURE HIGHER THAN 140/90
- BOTTOM NUMBER, HEART AT REST, WHEN NOISE STOPS ON BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF
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- READING OF HOW THE FORCE OF BLOOD PUSHES THROUGH ARTERY WALLS
- ANY RANGE FROM NORMAL SEQUENCE OF ELECTRICAL IMPULSE OF HEART
- AMOUNT OF OXYGEN IN BLOOD
- BLOOD PRESSURE LOWER THAN 90/60
- IRREGULAR HEART BEAT
13 Clues: HEART RATE, BPM • LOW BLOOD OXYGEN • IRREGULAR HEART BEAT • HEARTBEAT IS TOO FAST • HEARTBEAT IS TOO SLOW • AMOUNT OF OXYGEN IN BLOOD • NUMBER OF BREATHS PER MINUTE • BLOOD PRESSURE LOWER THAN 90/60 • BLOOD PRESSURE HIGHER THAN 140/90 • READING OF HOW THE FORCE OF BLOOD PUSHES THROUGH ARTERY WALLS • ANY RANGE FROM NORMAL SEQUENCE OF ELECTRICAL IMPULSE OF HEART • ...
Circulatory System 2014-02-18
Across
- how big is your heart?
- what brings blood to your heart?
- what does your body need to survive?
- what are the thickest vessel in your circulatory system?
- what happens when your heart gets a blockage in a vein?
- what blood cell helps heal infections?
- how many valves are in the heart?
Down
- how much blood is in your body?
- what colour is blood before it gets oxygen?
- where is your blood made?
- what blue cell carries oxygen?
- What is the smallest vessel in this system?
- Where is the heart located?
13 Clues: how big is your heart? • where is your blood made? • Where is the heart located? • what blue cell carries oxygen? • how much blood is in your body? • what brings blood to your heart? • how many valves are in the heart? • what does your body need to survive? • what blood cell helps heal infections? • what colour is blood before it gets oxygen? • ...
Grade V crossword 2023-10-05
Across
- Another name for voice box
- Gas inhaled by humans
- major air passages of the lung which branch from the windpipe
- Upper chambers of the heart
- Smallest blood vessels in the vascular system
- Blood vessels which carry blood towards the heart
- Gas which the arteries transport to cells
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- Gas exhaled by humans
- vein and artery which behave opposite to other veins and arteries
- Lower chambers of the heart
- Another name for windpipe
- Muscle below lungs which plays a role in respiration
- Organ which pumps blood
- bones which protect lungs and heart
14 Clues: Gas exhaled by humans • Gas inhaled by humans • Organ which pumps blood • Another name for windpipe • Another name for voice box • Lower chambers of the heart • Upper chambers of the heart • bones which protect lungs and heart • Gas which the arteries transport to cells • Smallest blood vessels in the vascular system • Blood vessels which carry blood towards the heart • ...
Human Body Systems Vocab Bio 20 2023-04-16
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- When the inner walls of the Arteries bulge
- A white blood cell that eats substances by using its membrane and engulfing the substance
- A blood clot that seals off a blood vessel
- A substance that forms an antibody
- General white blood cells that eat foreign substances through phagocytosis
- Nerve A nerve that is a part of the nervous system that controls the body back to normal
- A pacemaker for the heart in the upper right atrium
- Is when the SA signals to slow down the heart rate
- System A system that runs parallel to the circulatory system and picks up excess fluids
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- Carry Blood away from the heart
- Factor An antigen that shows whether or not a blood type is positive or negative
- A test that records the electrical activity of the heart
- Carries blood toward the heart
- Output The amount of blood that flows through each side of the heart per minute
- When blood types mix and sticks together in clumps
- When blood vessels dilate, for example blushing
16 Clues: Carries blood toward the heart • Carry Blood away from the heart • A substance that forms an antibody • When the inner walls of the Arteries bulge • A blood clot that seals off a blood vessel • When blood vessels dilate, for example blushing • When blood types mix and sticks together in clumps • Is when the SA signals to slow down the heart rate • ...
Hemodynamic Monitroing 2022-08-19
Across
- Ventricles are in contraction
- The amount of resistance the heart must overcome to push the blood volume out into systemic circulation
- index Cardiac output adjusted for BSA
- The stretching of the ventricles prior to contraction
- The standard of care for critically ill patients
- The ability of the heart to contract and generate force
- Volume of blood in the RV or LV at the end of diastole
Down
- How easy a chamber of the heart or the lumen of a blood vessel expands when filled with a volume of blood
- The pressure before the abrupt rise in systolic pressure coinciding with ventricular ejection.
- Atria are in contraction
- The blood pressure in the vena cava and an estimate of right atrial pressure
- The volume of blood pumped through the heart in one minute
- Volume of blood in the RV or LV at the end of systole
- The physical study of blood flow
- The side of the heart that receives blood from the body and pumps it to the lungs
- All heart muscle in relaxation
16 Clues: Atria are in contraction • Ventricles are in contraction • All heart muscle in relaxation • The physical study of blood flow • index Cardiac output adjusted for BSA • The standard of care for critically ill patients • The stretching of the ventricles prior to contraction • Volume of blood in the RV or LV at the end of systole • ...
Circulatory System 2013-05-26
Across
- Pumps blood
- Lower heart chambers
- Indication of bloodflow
- Air sacs in the lungs
- Largest artery
- Tiny blood vessels
- Circulatory liquid
- An upper chamber of the heart
Down
- Organ that cleans blood
- Largest vein
- Oxygen-carrying chemical in blood
- Micro hairs within the lungs
- Thin muscle membrane separating thorax and abdomen
- Trachea
- Breathing organ
15 Clues: Trachea • Pumps blood • Largest vein • Largest artery • Breathing organ • Tiny blood vessels • Circulatory liquid • Lower heart chambers • Air sacs in the lungs • Organ that cleans blood • Indication of bloodflow • Micro hairs within the lungs • An upper chamber of the heart • Oxygen-carrying chemical in blood • Thin muscle membrane separating thorax and abdomen
SYSTEMS 2023-10-27
15 Clues: connect • Small sacs • holds urine • filter blood • Fights disease • pushes food down • Transports things • Made of many organs • basic thing of life • liquid part of blood • blood away from heart • made of many cells • heart to back to heart • brings in and out oxygen • large sac chemical and physical digestion
Medical Terminology 2024-11-21
Across
- Study of Cancer
- Abnormally Slow Breathing
- Word for Stomach
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Word for High Blood Pressure
- Inflammation of Joints
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Derek Sheperd's Specialty
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- Inflammation of Stomach/Intestinal Lining
- Study of the Heart
- Word for Skin
- Loss of Muscle Fun
- Shortness of Breath
- Study of Microscopic Structures
- Inflammation of Skin
15 Clues: Word for Skin • Study of Cancer • Word for Stomach • Rapid Heart Rate • Study of the Heart • Loss of Muscle Fun • Shortness of Breath • Heart Muscle Disease • Inflammation of Skin • Inflammation of Joints • Abnormally Slow Breathing • Derek Sheperd's Specialty • Word for High Blood Pressure • Study of Microscopic Structures • Inflammation of Stomach/Intestinal Lining
cardio 14 2013-11-04
Across
- control of the systemic _______ pressure is the most important aspect of controlling cardiovascular function. Heart rate is NOT monitored. This control is the baroreflex.
- parasympathetic supply to the heart contacts only the _____ ______ node. (decreases heart rate). Sympathetic contacts this node, as well as the myocardium.
- the receptors for parasympathetic stimulation at effector organs are __________ receptors (bind to acetylcholine)
- this region of the medullary cardiovascular centre is stimulated by baroreceptor firing (when there is increased stretch) suppresses the sympathetic drive coming from the pressor region.
- the ____________________ tract has a high proportion of alpha receptors cf beta. Means that when sympathetic stimulation increases, these vessels constrict. Divert blood away. This is because of activation of phospholipase C and IP3 production calcium release from SR contraction.
- the sympathetic NS not only increases stroke volume directly by increasing contractility, but also indirectly by increasing EDV (preload) due to increased ________ ________ (by venoconstriction of veins) .
- noradrenaline is the neurotransmitter of the sympathetic nervous system (at the effector organ), it binds to alpha and beta ________________.
- there is sympathetic supply to the ______ and blood vessels, but parasympathetic only to ______ (not blood vessels).
- sympathetic supply to the heart contacts the sino artial node (increase rate of contraction, but also contacts the ___________ (increased force of contraction).
- the baroreflex is a ___________ feedback loop.
- high pressure receptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses respond ________ to changes in blood pressure.
- the medullary cardiovascular centre has both a ______ region (normal tonic symp stmulation to blood vessels and heart) and a DEPRESSOR region (stimulated by baroreceptor firing – inhibits sympathetic discharge from _______ region).
- cardiopulmonary low pressure stretch receptors respond to absolute pressure, not pressure _________. Respond to changes in blood volume in heart and great veins (affects venous return).
Down
- increased sympathetic drive in cases of low blood volume sympathetic stimulation of the _____________ apparatus in the kidney activation of the RAAS system conservation of water and salt. Also increases ADH release.
- the pressor region of the medullary cardiovascular centre provides normal sympathetic stimulation to blood vessels and heart. Baseline ____ of blood vessels.
- cardiopulmonary receptors are found in the heart and pulmonary veins, also known as ____ pressure receptors. They respond to ABSOLUTE pressure, not changes in pressure.
- If pressure remains elevated, firing rate of high pressure receptors decreases to a new ‘____ ______’.
- sympathetic supply to the blood vessels includes : arterioles (increases TPR at alpha receptors), and at ______ increases venous return.
- when these adrenoceptors are stimulated relaxation of vessels due to adenylate cyclase activation and cAMP production. High propotion of these receptors in cardiac and skeletal muscle vasculature.
- sympathetic stimulation of the myocardium increases ________________ (force generated for a given length of muscle fibre) by increasing intracellular Ca during contraction. (increases stroke volume). Also increases heart rate at SA node (therefore increases CO = SV x HR)
- ____ pressure receptors (arterial receptors) are stretch receptors located in the carotid sinuses and aortic arch. Respond RAPIDLY (within one heart beat).
- ______________ receptors aka low pressure receptors. Stretch receptors in atria, great veins/artial junction, ventricles and pulmonary veins.
- ________ arch high pressure baroreceptors respond to pulsatile flow, whereas carotid sinuses baroreceptors respond to non pulsatile stretch.
- the ratio of _____ to beta receptors varies in different vascular beds.
- sympathetic nerves arise from the _______ and lumbar regions of the spinal column, whereas parasympathetic arise from cervical and sacral regions.
- decreased stretch of cardiopulmonary baroreceptors (low pressure receptors) indicates decreased venous return. Nerve conveys this to medullary cardiovascular centre increases __________ drive to heart and blood vessels, decreases PS drive to heart.
- true or false? There are more alpha receptors than beta receptors in cardiac and skeletal muscle vascular beds.
- afferent pathways for the baroreceptor reflex (heading TO the brain) are via cranial nerve 9 (glossophayngeal) and CN 10 (_____ nerve)
28 Clues: the baroreflex is a ___________ feedback loop. • the ratio of _____ to beta receptors varies in different vascular beds. • If pressure remains elevated, firing rate of high pressure receptors decreases to a new ‘____ ______’. • high pressure receptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses respond ________ to changes in blood pressure. • ...
cardio 14 2013-11-07
Across
- control of the systemic _______ pressure is the most important aspect of controlling cardiovascular function. Heart rate is NOT monitored. This control is the baroreflex.
- the receptors for parasympathetic stimulation at effector organs are __________ receptors (bind to acetylcholine)
- noradrenaline is the neurotransmitter of the sympathetic nervous system (at the effector organ), it binds to alpha and beta ________________.
- cardiopulmonary low pressure stretch receptors respond to absolute pressure, not pressure _________. Respond to changes in blood volume in heart and great veins (affects venous return).
- cardiopulmonary receptors are found in the heart and pulmonary veins, also known as ____ pressure receptors. They respond to ABSOLUTE pressure, not changes in pressure.
- afferent pathways for the baroreceptor reflex (heading TO the brain) are via cranial nerve 9 (glossophayngeal) and CN 10 (_____ nerve)
- sympathetic supply to the blood vessels includes : arterioles (increases TPR at alpha receptors), and at ______ increases venous return.
- the ____________________ tract has a high proportion of alpha receptors cf beta. Means that when sympathetic stimulation increases, these vessels constrict. Divert blood away. This is because of activation of phospholipase C and IP3 production calcium release from SR contraction.
- sympathetic supply to the heart contacts the sino artial node (increase rate of contraction, but also contacts the ___________ (increased force of contraction).
- If pressure remains elevated, firing rate of high pressure receptors decreases to a new ‘____ ______’.
- sympathetic nerves arise from the _______ and lumbar regions of the spinal column, whereas parasympathetic arise from cervical and sacral regions.
- the medullary cardiovascular centre has both a ______ region (normal tonic symp stmulation to blood vessels and heart) and a DEPRESSOR region (stimulated by baroreceptor firing – inhibits sympathetic discharge from _______ region).
Down
- high pressure receptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses respond ________ to changes in blood pressure.
- the sympathetic NS not only increases stroke volume directly by increasing contractility, but also indirectly by increasing EDV (preload) due to increased ________ ________ (by venoconstriction of veins) .
- increased sympathetic drive in cases of low blood volume sympathetic stimulation of the _____________ apparatus in the kidney activation of the RAAS system conservation of water and salt. Also increases ADH release.
- true or false? There are more alpha receptors than beta receptors in cardiac and skeletal muscle vascular beds.
- ____ pressure receptors (arterial receptors) are stretch receptors located in the carotid sinuses and aortic arch. Respond RAPIDLY (within one heart beat).
- the pressor region of the medullary cardiovascular centre provides normal sympathetic stimulation to blood vessels and heart. Baseline ____ of blood vessels.
- parasympathetic supply to the heart contacts only the _____ ______ node. (decreases heart rate). Sympathetic contacts this node, as well as the myocardium.
- ________ arch high pressure baroreceptors respond to pulsatile flow, whereas carotid sinuses baroreceptors respond to non pulsatile stretch.
- decreased stretch of cardiopulmonary baroreceptors (low pressure receptors) indicates decreased venous return. Nerve conveys this to medullary cardiovascular centre increases __________ drive to heart and blood vessels, decreases PS drive to heart.
- when these adrenoceptors are stimulated relaxation of vessels due to adenylate cyclase activation and cAMP production. High propotion of these receptors in cardiac and skeletal muscle vasculature.
- ______________ receptors aka low pressure receptors. Stretch receptors in atria, great veins/artial junction, ventricles and pulmonary veins.
- sympathetic stimulation of the myocardium increases ________________ (force generated for a given length of muscle fibre) by increasing intracellular Ca during contraction. (increases stroke volume). Also increases heart rate at SA node (therefore increases CO = SV x HR)
- this region of the medullary cardiovascular centre is stimulated by baroreceptor firing (when there is increased stretch) suppresses the sympathetic drive coming from the pressor region.
- the baroreflex is a ___________ feedback loop.
- the ratio of _____ to beta receptors varies in different vascular beds.
- there is sympathetic supply to the ______ and blood vessels, but parasympathetic only to ______ (not blood vessels).
28 Clues: the baroreflex is a ___________ feedback loop. • the ratio of _____ to beta receptors varies in different vascular beds. • If pressure remains elevated, firing rate of high pressure receptors decreases to a new ‘____ ______’. • high pressure receptors in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses respond ________ to changes in blood pressure. • ...
Cardiovascular System 2023-05-02
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- Vein-Blood vessels that transfer freshly oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atria of the heart.
- thin, smooth membrane which lines the inside of the chambers of the heart and forms the surface of the valves.
- of the tubes forming part of the blood circulation system of the body, carrying in most cases oxygen-depleted blood toward the heart.
- of the fine branching blood vessels that form a network between the arterioles and venules.
- red blood cell that is typically a biconcave disc without a nucleus.
- colorless cell that circulates in the blood and body fluids and is involved in counteracting foreign substances and disease; a white blood cell.
- Cava-A large vein carrying deoxygenated blood into the heart.
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- muscular tissue of the heart.
- Artery- The artery carrying blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.
- term for platelet.
- membrane enclosing the heart, consisting of an outer fibrous layer and an inner double layer of serous membrane.
- of the muscular-walled tubes forming part of the circulation system by which blood is conveyed from the heart to all parts of the body.
- Each of the two upper cavities of the heart from which blood is passed to the ventricles.
- main artery of the body, supplying oxygenated blood to the circulatory system.
- hollow part or cavity in an organ (heart).
15 Clues: term for platelet. • muscular tissue of the heart. • hollow part or cavity in an organ (heart). • Cava-A large vein carrying deoxygenated blood into the heart. • red blood cell that is typically a biconcave disc without a nucleus. • main artery of the body, supplying oxygenated blood to the circulatory system. • ...
Circulatory & Respiratory System 2020-12-01
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- protects your lungs and heart
- your heart is as big as this:
- this system is made up of the mouth, nose, lungs, etc. It's what makes us breathe
- this habit can damage your lungs
- this system is made up of the heart, arteries, and blood vessels.
- this organ pumps oxygen rich blood throughout your body
- You have two of these, which take in air.
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- brings deoxygenated blood back to the heart
- takes oxygen rich blood away from the heart
- Ms. Asaro's favorite Disney Villain
- connect arteries to veins. Gives nutrients to cells and removes waste.
- You inhale this in to live.
- when you exhale you get rid of this.
13 Clues: You inhale this in to live. • protects your lungs and heart • your heart is as big as this: • this habit can damage your lungs • Ms. Asaro's favorite Disney Villain • when you exhale you get rid of this. • You have two of these, which take in air. • brings deoxygenated blood back to the heart • takes oxygen rich blood away from the heart • ...
Cardiovascular System 2024-09-16
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- artery in neck used as a pulse point
- high blood pressure
- vessel that carries blood toward the heart
- muscular wall dividing the right side of the heart from the left side
- artery commonly used to check blood pressure
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- arteries carrying newly oxygenated blood to feed the heart muscle itself
- valve between the right atrium and right ventricle
- vessel that carries blood away from the heart
- procedure involving the placement of a stent to restore blood flow to the heart
- ballooning of an artery
- valve between the left atrium and left ventricle
- major portion of heart consisting of cardiac muscle tissue
- vessel which allows exchange between blood and tissue fluid
13 Clues: high blood pressure • ballooning of an artery • artery in neck used as a pulse point • vessel that carries blood toward the heart • artery commonly used to check blood pressure • vessel that carries blood away from the heart • valve between the left atrium and left ventricle • valve between the right atrium and right ventricle • ...
CVT Terminology 2022-10-02
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- Electrical charge that causes the contraction of one part of the heart while the other part relaxes
- Used to check what voltage the electrocardiograph is using
- Graphic representation of the hearts electricity
- No heart contractions "flat line"
- The waves on the EKG representing the activity of the heart
- The instrument used to record the electrical activity of the heart
- Chest leads
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- Period from the beginning of one beat to the beginning of the next beat
- Pictures of the heart from different angles
- The relaxation phase of the heart, recovery phase
- I, II, III
- Metal plate used to make contact between the body and electrocardiograph's current
- the portion of the EKG between two waves
13 Clues: I, II, III • Chest leads • No heart contractions "flat line" • the portion of the EKG between two waves • Pictures of the heart from different angles • Graphic representation of the hearts electricity • The relaxation phase of the heart, recovery phase • Used to check what voltage the electrocardiograph is using • ...
Health 2023-01-31
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- slow movement to get heart rate up
- exercise with oxygen
- gradually making workouts harder
- range of motion
- bursts of intense heart rate
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- working more and harder than normal
- exercise without oxygen
- being physically fit and healthy
- the zone at witch your heart rate should be depending on age
- more movement at steady heart rate
- decreasing heart rate
- certian exercises for certian components of fitness
12 Clues: range of motion • exercise with oxygen • decreasing heart rate • exercise without oxygen • bursts of intense heart rate • being physically fit and healthy • gradually making workouts harder • slow movement to get heart rate up • more movement at steady heart rate • working more and harder than normal • certian exercises for certian components of fitness • ...
Cardiovascular System 2025-02-08
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- Red blood cells
- One-way "swinging doors" in the heart
- The heart has this many chambers
- Place where oxygen and waste are exchanged
- Main artery that carries blood from the heart
- Carry blood back to the heart
- Carry blood away from the heart
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- Pushes blood out to the body
- Pushes blood to the lungs
- White blood cells
- Responsible for clotting blood
- Watery part of blood
12 Clues: Red blood cells • White blood cells • Watery part of blood • Pushes blood to the lungs • Pushes blood out to the body • Carry blood back to the heart • Responsible for clotting blood • Carry blood away from the heart • The heart has this many chambers • One-way "swinging doors" in the heart • Place where oxygen and waste are exchanged • ...
Cardiovascular System Medical Terms 2023-10-10
10 Clues: Fast heart rate • Slow heart rate • An enlarged heart • Definition of EKG • Lower edge of heart • Largest artery in the body • Amount of chambers in the heart • Amount of types of blood vessels • What carries blood back to the heart • nervous system What the heart is regulated by
Human Body System 2021-12-10
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- where digestion begins
- tiny finger-shaped structures
- lower chamber of the heart
- carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells.
- Forms scabs
- smallest blood vessel
- upper chamber of the heart
- a muscular organ located on the left side of the upper abdomen.
- carries blood back to the heart, blood vessel
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- fights disease
- Large absorbs water
- connects the throat to the stomach
- away from the heart, blood vessel
- Liquid blood, not red
14 Clues: Forms scabs • fights disease • Large absorbs water • Liquid blood, not red • smallest blood vessel • where digestion begins • lower chamber of the heart • upper chamber of the heart • tiny finger-shaped structures • away from the heart, blood vessel • connects the throat to the stomach • carries blood back to the heart, blood vessel • carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells. • ...
Cardiovascular System Extra Credit 2023-01-19
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- __________ are helpful when you get cut to aid in clotting the blood.
- _________ carry the oxygen poor blood back to the heart.
- Arteries carry oxygen _______ blood to the organs in your body.
- The _____________ system that transports blood throughout the body.
- The blood goes from the left atrium to the left ventricle, there it forces the blood out of the heart and into the ________.
- Blood picks up oxygen in the _________ to become oxygen rich again.
- The oxygen rich blood leaves the lungs and goes back into the heart in the _______ atrium.
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- The blood leaves the right atrium and goes to the right __________ where it pushes blood to the lungs.
- _________ open and shut to make sure that blood flows in one direction.
- The liquid portion of the blood.
- The heart ________ the blood.
- The oxygen poor blood enters the heart in the right _________.
- ________ is delivered by the red blood cells to the body.
- The ___________ carry blood away from the heart to the body.
- ________ blood cells help our bodies fight infections.
15 Clues: The heart ________ the blood. • The liquid portion of the blood. • ________ blood cells help our bodies fight infections. • _________ carry the oxygen poor blood back to the heart. • ________ is delivered by the red blood cells to the body. • The ___________ carry blood away from the heart to the body. • The oxygen poor blood enters the heart in the right _________. • ...
The Circulatory system 2018-05-06
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- The blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood to the heart
- The measurement of the heart beats per minute
- Which organ pumps blood around the body?
- Which artery pumps blood to the lungs?
- What is the name of the artery at the wrist used for measuring heart rate
- The volume of blood pumped out of the heart by each ventricle in on beat
- They prevent the back flow of blood
- The amount of blood expelled from the heart each minute
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- Receives oxygenated blood from the vena cava
- Blood that is high in oxygen but low in carbon dioxide
- When haemoglobin combines with oxygen from the lungs it becomes?
- Which blood vessel allows food and oxygen to diffuse to cells?
- Blood that is low in oxygen and high in carbon dioxide
- Which blood vessels has the highest blood pressure?
14 Clues: They prevent the back flow of blood • Which artery pumps blood to the lungs? • Which organ pumps blood around the body? • Receives oxygenated blood from the vena cava • The measurement of the heart beats per minute • Which blood vessels has the highest blood pressure? • Blood that is high in oxygen but low in carbon dioxide • ...
Patient Care 2015-07-15
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- breathing in
- heart relaxes
- breath let out
- body temp above normal
- fever reducer
- feeling with fingers or hand
- rapid resting pulse rate
- instrument used to amplify sounds produced by the heart
- person history of patient
- judgment about patients over all health
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- decision or conclusion reached by dentist
- body temp below normal
- slow resting pulse rate
- high blood pressure
- low blood pressure
- heart contracts
16 Clues: breathing in • heart relaxes • fever reducer • breath let out • heart contracts • low blood pressure • high blood pressure • body temp below normal • body temp above normal • slow resting pulse rate • rapid resting pulse rate • person history of patient • feeling with fingers or hand • judgment about patients over all health • decision or conclusion reached by dentist • ...
Our Bodies 2013-03-26
Cardiology Crossword 2012-07-16
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- Flaps of tissue that close a valve tightly
- An alternative name for the mitral valve
- The lower chambers of the heart
- The blood vessels that deliver blood to heart muscle
- The bottom number of a blood pressure reading
- Another word for heart muscle
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- The natural pacemaker of the heart
- An irregularity in the hearts rhythm
- The outermost layer enclosing the heart
- The ICD-10 chapter number for Diseases of Circulatory System
- Number of chambers in the heart
- Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of what?
12 Clues: Another word for heart muscle • The lower chambers of the heart • Number of chambers in the heart • The natural pacemaker of the heart • An irregularity in the hearts rhythm • The outermost layer enclosing the heart • An alternative name for the mitral valve • Flaps of tissue that close a valve tightly • The bottom number of a blood pressure reading • ...
Circulatory System 2023-11-20
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- A group of cells that signals the heart to pump
- A hollow, muscular organ that pumps blood
- A flap of tissue preventing blood from flowing backward
- Tiny vessels where substances are exchanged between blood and cells
- Molecules move from high concentration to low concentration
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- The largest artery in the body
- Made up of the heart, blood vessels, and blood
- Receives blood
- Pumps blood out of the heart
- Carries blood away from heart
- Pressure The force with which ventricles contract
- Carries blood back to heart
12 Clues: Receives blood • Carries blood back to heart • Pumps blood out of the heart • Carries blood away from heart • The largest artery in the body • A hollow, muscular organ that pumps blood • Made up of the heart, blood vessels, and blood • A group of cells that signals the heart to pump • Pressure The force with which ventricles contract • ...
HUman Heart and Circulation 2025-05-16
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- Blood vessels carrying blood towards the heart.
- The heart's two upper chambers.
- Muscular wall separating the two halves of the heart.
- Structures that control blood flow within the heart.
- Valve separating the right atrium and right ventricle.
- Blood vessels carrying blood away from the heart.
- Node that signals the ventricles to contract.
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- The heart's "pacemaker".
- The main artery carrying blood from the heart.
- Major veins carrying blood from the body to the heart.
- Another name for the mitral valve, separating the left atrium and left ventricle.
- The heart's two lower chambers.
12 Clues: The heart's "pacemaker". • The heart's two upper chambers. • The heart's two lower chambers. • Node that signals the ventricles to contract. • The main artery carrying blood from the heart. • Blood vessels carrying blood towards the heart. • Blood vessels carrying blood away from the heart. • Structures that control blood flow within the heart. • ...
Circulatory System 2021-09-02
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- carries oxygenated blood from your heart to your body
- contains oxygen
- the main artery
- connect veins and arteries together
- carries deoxygenated blood from your body back to your heart
- provides the body with nutrition, oxygen and waste removal
- the heart chamber that receives blood into the heart and drives it into a ventricle
- pumps your blood around your body
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- the heart chamber that receives blood from the atrium
- does not contain oxygen
- transports oxygen to your body
- one-way inlets for blood coming into a ventricle
12 Clues: contains oxygen • the main artery • does not contain oxygen • transports oxygen to your body • pumps your blood around your body • connect veins and arteries together • one-way inlets for blood coming into a ventricle • the heart chamber that receives blood from the atrium • carries oxygenated blood from your heart to your body • ...
