The Function of the Ventricular Conduction System of the Heart

question 99

Multiple Choice

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

• A) spread of the action potential throughout the large ventricular mass to ensure a single, coordinated contraction of the ventricles.
• B) spread the action potential in the absence of sympathetic stimulation.
• C) set the heart rate.
• D) spread the action potential throughout the atria and ventricles.
• E) slow down the original action potential so it has time to spread throughout the large ventricular mass.

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