Hemodynamics — Flashcards

The pain in migraines is mediated by vasoactive peptides on meningeal vessels, which cause vaso-_____

How does plasma protein concentration change with hyposmotic volume expansion (e.g. SIADH)? _____

Pulse pressure is _____ proportional to stroke volume

In response to decreased afferent baroreceptor firing, there is _____ efferent parasympathetic firing (baroreceptor reflex)

How does hematocrit change with hyposmotic volume contraction (e.g. adrenal insufficiency)? _____

What effect may adenosine have on blood pressure?_____

What is the effect of obstructive sleep apnea on pulse pressure?_____

Which substance is released by the SNS to inhibit an erection (detumescence)?

Somatostatin secretion is _____ in response to vagal stimulation

What is the effect of anemia on blood viscosity? _____