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Cardiovascular

The heart and blood vessels, by which blood is pumped and circulated through the body.

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Cardiovascular

ventricular fibrillation

Anatomy; Allergies and allergens

An erratic, disorganized firing of impulses from the ventricles. The ventricles quiver and are unable to contract or pump blood to the body. This is a medical emergency that must be treated with ...

heart

Anatomy; Cardiovascular

Heart is a pump-four pumps, in fact. Blood from all parts of the body collects in veins and flows to the right atrium and the right ventricle, the two pumps that send blood to the lungs. Blood passes ...

blood

Anatomy; Cardiovascular

Blood is a form of tissue. The average-sized adult has about 10 pints of blood ( called units by blood banks). Almost half the volume of blood consists of cells, including red blood cells ...

Breathe

Anatomy; Cardiovascular

"Breathe deeply and speak on exhale" One way to soothe interview nerves is to breathe properly. Focusing on the breath is a vital part of the interview process. It is recommended to inhale when ...

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