 | Learning Outcomes
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- List the exchanges that occur in the cardiovascular system.
- List the functions of the cardiovascular system.
- Describe how the lymphatic system assists the cardiovascular system.
- Describe the structure and function of arteries, capillaries, and veins.
- Explain how blood flow may bypass certain capillary beds.
- Describe external heart anatomy.
- Trace the path of blood flow through the heart.
- Explain the stages in the cardiac cycle.
- Explain how the conduction system of the heart controls the heartbeat.
- Describe how impulses from the nervous system and hormones control the heart rate.
- Describe the waves found in the electrocardiogram.
- Identify the factors that influence pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Describe the forces that drive blood flow in arteries and return blood to the heart through the veins.
- Name and locate on a drawing the major arteries and veins.
- Identify the major vessels of the pulmonary circuit.
- Identify the major vessels of the systemic circuit.
- Describe how exchange occurs at the capillaries and how capillary beds are shut off.
- Explain how tissue fluid is returned to cardiovascular system.
- List disorders of the cardiovascular system, their causes and prevention.
- Understand and use the bold-faced and italicized terms included in this chapter.
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