Hemodynamics — Flashcards

What is the major factor determing autoregulation of blood flow to the heart?_____

The blood volume contained in the arteries is called the _____

Vasodilation (e.g., following antihypertensive therapy) reduces _____-load

Kwashiorkor may present with edema (due to decreased plasma _____ pressure) and skin lesions

Which type of blood vessel has the greatest capacitance? _____

The mean systemic pressure is equal to the right atrial pressure when the venous return is _____

_____ is the concept that blood flow to an organ is proportional to its metabolic activity

What type of resistance is illustrated by the arrangement of blood vessels within a given organ? _____

What effect does increased afterload have on stroke volume? _____

Increased _____ pressure as a result of mitral stenosis may lead to pulmonary congestion with edema and alveolar hemorrhage