Possible Essays for A&P2 Test 1
Essays should use proper grammar and terminology. I would recommend you write out the answers to
the following.
1. Explain the advantages of the biconcave shape of the erythrocyte.
2. Explain the role of hemoglobin in the transport function.
3. Explain jaundice and the four possible causes of jaundice.
4. Identify the types of anemia and the cause of each.
5. Discuss how aspirin acts an anticoagulant and how does this reduce the odds of heart attack and
stroke.
6. Explain the sequence of events of erythropoiesis and how the rate of erythropoiesis is regulated by
EPO.
7. Explain the recycling of the components of the erythrocyte.
8. Discuss polycythemia, the causes and blood doping
9. Explain the steps of hemostasis and outcomes.
10. Explain the process of fibrinolysis.
11. Explain how undesirable clots are usually prevented in unbroken vessels.
12. Explain the clinical applications of heparin and warfarin.
13. How does deep vein thrombosis lead to pulmonary embolism?
14. Compare and contrast cardiac contractile fibers to skeletal muscle fibers
15. Full explain the mechanism and events of contraction of cardiac contractile fibers.
16. Define autorhythmic and explain how cells of the cardiac conduction system are autorhythmic.
17. Explain the sequence of events in a single cardiac cycle. Include pressures, valve opening and
closing and contractions
18. Calculate cardiac output.
19. Explain what happens when the right heart pump is weaker than the left pump and visa versa.
20. How is heart rate regulated? Include ANS, hormones and ions.
MDufilho
9/9/13
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