Hemodynamics — Flashcards

The _____ is the point at which the vascular function curve intersects the x-axis

Mean arterial pressure is maintained at a constant level of approximately _____ mmHg

Afterload is approximated by _____

What is the effect of aortic stiffening on pulse pressure?_____

If blood flow is laminar, the highest velocity occurs at the _____ of the blood vessel

What is the effect of hypocortisolism on blood pressure? _____

ADH activation of the _____ receptor on vascular smooth muscle causes vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure

Which baroreceptors are responsive to both increases and decreases in arterial pressure? _____

What effect does increased preload have on stroke volume? _____

What effect does increased venous tone (decreased compliance) have on mean systemic pressure? _____