What Is the Purpose of the AV Nodal Delay

question 237

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the AV nodal delay

• A)to ensure that all blood from the atria flows into the ventricles prior to ventricular systole
• B)to ensure that all blood from the ventricles flows into the atria prior to atrial systole
• C)to ensure that tetanic contraction of cardiac muscle is not possible
• D)to ensure that heart rate slows down by parasympathetic stimulation

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