Caffeine and it's effect on the CVS

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Across
  1. 4. The "fight or _____" response. (6)
  2. 6. Caffeine is primarily found in these highly caffeinated beverages linked to Joshua's presentation (type of drink) (6,6)
  3. 7. The heart's natural pacemaker (type of node). (6)
  4. 9. A neurotransmitter whose receptors are blocked by caffeine. (9)
  5. 10. Elevated blood pressure. (12)
  6. 12. Abnormally fast heart rate. (11)
  7. 14. Increased heart rate. (11)
  8. 15. - Blood vessels normally widen through this process. (11)
  9. 16. Branch of physiology describing how the body maintains stable internal conditions. (11)
  10. 18. Mineral released from the sarcoplasmic reticulum to strengthen muscle contraction. (7)
  11. 19. Narrowing of blood vessels that contributes to increased blood pressure. (15
Down
  1. 1. Hormone released during the fight-or-flight response. (10)
  2. 2. Methylxanthine stimulant commonly found in coffee and energy drinks. (8)
  3. 3. Type of receptor in the heart stimulated by adrenaline following caffeine consumption. (4)
  4. 5. General term for substances that bind to receptors to produce a response. (7)
  5. 7. Division of the autonomic nervous system activated by caffeine. (11)
  6. 8. Caffeine blocks these to produce its physiological effects. (9)
  7. 9. The electrical gateway between the atria and ventricles (type of node). (6,4)
  8. 10. Electrical activity of the heart increases this measurement. (10,4)
  9. 11. Neurotransmitter released alongside adrenaline by sympathetic nerves. (13)
  10. 13. Increased force of cardiac contraction. (8)
  11. 17. Fifteen-year-old Indigenous rugby player in the case study. (6)