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If the Stroke Volume of the Left Ventricle Is 65

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If the stroke volume of the left ventricle is 65 mL/beat and the stroke volume of the right ventricle is 68 mL/beat, what will happen to the relative distribution of blood in the systemic and pulmonary circulation after 15 beats?


Definitions:

Vascular Sounds

Sounds made by the blood circulating through the arteries and veins, often assessed using a stethoscope to detect abnormalities.

Pernicious Anemia

A type of anemia caused by the body’s inability to absorb vitamin B12, leading to a reduction in red blood cell production.

Gastric Acid Secretion

The production of hydrochloric acid by the stomach's parietal cells, essential for digestion and protection against pathogens.

Gastrointestinal Emptying

The process through which the stomach and intestines move consumed food and liquids through the digestive system to eventually be excreted.

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