The Innate Pacemaker of the Heart Is Known as the

question 6

Multiple Choice

The innate pacemaker of the heart is known as the

• A)atrioventricular (AV)node.
• B)bundle of His.
• C)sinoatrial (SA)node.
• D)purkinje fibers.

Explain the principles and methods of measuring blood pressure.

Describe the flow and velocity of blood in different types of blood vessels.

Understand the structure and function of capillaries and how capillary exchange occurs.

Differentiate between deep and superficial veins and their roles in blood circulation.

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