Describe the function of the right atrium of the heart
What will be an ideal response?
The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the superior vena cava (which carries blood from the head and upper extremities), the inferior vena cava (which carries blood from the lower body), and the coronary sinus (which receives blood from the intracardiac circulation). Blood passes through the tricuspid valve to the right ventricle.
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A) Antibiotic therapy B) Adequate protein C) Coughing and deep breathing D) Restricted visits from family
The spread of the impulse through the ventricles (ventricular depolarization) is depicted on the ECG as the:
a. P wave. b. QRS complex. c. PR interval. d. T wave.
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1. misshapen limbs due to pathological fractures 2. enlarged spleen 3. jaundice 4. bradycardia
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1. "Have you eaten any new foods?" 2. "Are you exposed to anyone who smokes?" 3. "Have you had your carpet cleaned lately?" 4. "Have you grown taller since last year?" 5. "Has there been a change in laundry products recently?"