The Function of the Ventricular Conduction System of the Heart

question 174

Multiple Choice

The function of the ventricular conduction system of the heart is to

• A)spread the action potential throughout the ventricle to ensure a single, coordinated contraction of the both ventricles
• B)spread the action potential in the absence of sympathetic stimulation
• C)spread the action potential throughout the atria and ventricles
• D)slow down the original action potential so it has time to spread through the ventricles evenly
• E)perform both a and d

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