This document provides an overview of the cardiovascular system from the textbook "Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology" by Elaine N. Marieb. It describes the basic anatomy and functions of the heart, blood vessels, and blood circulation. Key points include that the cardiovascular system pumps blood throughout the body using the heart and blood vessels, and this circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients while removing waste. The heart has four chambers and valves that ensure one-way blood flow, and it is regulated by neural and hormonal factors.
19. Electrocardiograms (EKG/ECG)
• Three formations
– P wave: impulse across atria
– QRS complex: spread of impulse down septum,
around ventricles in Purkinje fibers
– T wave: end of electrical activity in ventricles
24. Cardiac output, cont.
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CO = HR x SV
5250 ml/min = 75 beats/min x 70 mls/beat
Norm = 5000 ml/min
Entire blood supply passes through body
once per minute.
• CO varies with demands of the body.