Cardiovascular System

Learning Objectives:

13.1 Name the organs of the cardiovascular system, and discuss their functions

13.2.2 Identify and locate the major parts of the heart, and discuss the functions of each part

13.2.3 Trace the pathway of the blood through the heart and the vessels of the coronary circulation

13.3.4 Discuss the cardiac cycle, and explain how it is controlled

13.3.5 Identify the parts of a normal ECG pattern, and discuss the significance of this pattern

13.4.6 Compare the structures and functions of the major types of blood vessels

13.4.7 Describe how substances are exchanged between blood in capillaries and the tissue fluid surrounding body cells

13.4.8 Describe the mechanisms that return venous blood to the heart

13.5 Explain how blood pressure is produced and controlled

Lab: Identify the gross anatomy of the heart from a sheep.

Lab: How do you collect and interpret a heart rate, ECG, and blood pressure?