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Anatomy & Physiology

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Set 14 Cardiovascular Physiology

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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In the heart, valves are located

A) just between the atria and the ventricles.
B) just between the ventricles and the arteries.
C) just between the great veins and the atria.
D) between atria and ventricles and between ventricles and arteries.
E) just between the right and left ventricles.

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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The purpose of having valves in the cardiovascular system is to

A) provide sounds so that heart health can be monitored.
B) ensure that blood flows in one direction.
C) prevent blood from flowing too quickly.
D) regulate blood pressure.
E) provide the force for circulation.

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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Each of the following changes will result in increased blood flow to a tissue EXCEPT one.Identify the exception.

A) increased blood volume
B) decreased vessel diameter
C) increased blood pressure
D) decreased peripheral resistance
E) relaxation of precapillary sphincters

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