The Mediastinum Separates ________ from the ________

question 31

Multiple Choice

The mediastinum separates ________ from the ________.

• A) the pleural cavity; coelom
• B) the thoracic cavity; peritoneal cavity
• C) one pleural cavity; other pleural cavity
• D) the abdominal cavity; pelvic cavity
• E) the pericardial sac; pericardial cavity

Analyze the body's physiological response to changes in body position and its effect on pulse rate and blood pressure.

Recognize the characteristics and functions of different types of blood vessels in the systemic circuit.

Understand the phases of the cardiac cycle and their influence on blood pressure.

Calculate cardiac output and understand its importance in cardiovascular function.

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