FUNCTION OF CARDIAC SYSTEM
Across
- 5. The cardiac cycle of the heartbeat when blood is ejected.
- 6. The pressure in the arteries during heart relaxation
- 8. A clinical sign that may indicate poor cardiac output
- 9. The pressure in arteries during heart contraction
- 10. The chamber that pumps blood to the systemic circulation
- 12. The rhythmic expansion felt during pulse assessment
Down
- 1. The heart's ability to maintain adequate circulation
- 2. The amount of blood pumped by the heart in one minute
- 3. A physical assessment finding related to oxygen delivery
- 4. The force felt when the heart pumps blood through the arteries
- 7. A device used to assess blood pressure
- 11. A fast heart rate often linked to reduced cardiac efficiency