Cardiovascular Physiology Concepts

Introduction to the Cardiovascular System: Learning Objectives / The Need for a Circulatory System / The Arrangement of the Cardiovascular System / The Functions of the Heart and Blood Vessels / The Regulation of Cardiac and Vascular Function / The Content of the Following Chapters / Summary of Important Concepts / Review Questions / Answers to Review Questions Electrical Activity of the Heart: CD-ROM Materials / Learning Objectives / Introduction / Cell Membrane Potentials / Conduction of Action Potentials within the Heart / The Electrocardiogram (ECG) / Electrophysiological Changes during Cardiac Ischemia / Problems and Clinical Cases / Summary of Important Concepts / Review Questions / Answers to Review…