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HOSA Forensic Medicine 2014 Flashcards

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3003408717Odontologydentistry; study of the biology and repair of teeth0
3003408718Dentitioncomplement of teeth of an individual1
3003408719Bite Marksusually horse-shoe shaped pattern left in inanimate objects or the tissue of a victim2
3003408720Negligencefailure to treat the patient at the highest level of care and competency3
3003408721Prognosispredicted outcome of a patient's condition4
3003408722Primary Dentitionthe 20 baby teeth5
3003408723Permanent Dentitionthe 32 adult teeth6
3003408724Maxillaupper jaw7
3003408725Mandiblelower jaw8
3003408726Enamelouter covering of the crown of the tooth9
3003408727Cementumouter covering of the roof of the tooth10
3003408728Sharpey's Fibersspecialized fibers that connect both the tooth and the alveolar bone to the periodontal ligament11
3003408729Periodontal Ligamentsspecialized connective tissue ligament that holds the tooth in the alveolus12
3003408730Alveolusbony socket in either the maxilla or mandible that holds the tooth13
3003408731Pulpneurovascular tissue in the center of the tooth14
3003408732Commissurecorner of the mouth15
3003408733Ramus of the Mandiblevertical portion of the lower jaw that communicates with the skull16
3003408734Vestibulecircular space formed by the meeting of the jaw and the cheeks17
3003408735Avulsedexpelled or removed18
3003408736Antemortembefore death19
3003408737Perimortemat or around the time of death20
3003408738Dedicated Dimensional Standardlabeled ruler that is used in all analyses and photographs for a given bite mark case21
3003408739Standard of Caremedical or psychological treatment guideline; can be general or specific; specifies appropriate treatment based on scientific evidence and collaboration between medical and/or psychological professionals involved in the treatment of a given condition22
3003408740Forensic Toxicologyexamination of all aspects of toxicology (the study of drugs and poisons that may have legal implications)23
3003408741Postmortem Drug Testingexamination performed on blood, urine, and/or body tissues to determine if drugs were a contributing factor in a death24
3003408742Contrabandin forensic toxicology and drug testing facilities refers to suspected controlled25
3003408743Vitreous Humorocular fluid (fluid in the eye) that is often utilized as a sample for testing in postmortem toxicology26
3003408744Workplace Drug Testingexamination performed on primary blood and urine from employees or job applicants for drug content27
3003408745NIDAnational institute of drug abuse28
3003408746Accuracyability of a measurement to match the value of the quantity measured; correctness29
3003408747Amphetaminecontrolled substance along with its analogs , such as methamphetamine that creates a state of wakefulness, euphoria, and excitatory condition (stimulation)30
3003408748Hallucinogenpsychoactive drug that induces hallucinations or alters sensory experiences31
3003408749Narcoticaddictive substance that reduces pains, alters mood and behavior, and usually induces sleep or stupor32
3003408750Cannabinoidsterm applied to marijuana and parts of the plant cannabis sativa in which tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active agent33
3003408751PhencyclidinePCP; drug originally developed as a surgical anesthetic that was discontinued due to adverse patients reactions; abusers of the drug often experience severe psychiatric manifestations34
3003408752CyanideCN; highly toxic chemical especially in the form of gas (hydrogen cyanine)35
3003408753Chain of Custodydocumented process the evidence goes through from the point of gathering to the final presentation in the court; intended to assure that there has been no tampering or altering the evidence36
3003408754Gas Chromatographygas flowing through a coated tube separates compounds by their size, weight, and chemical reactivity with the coating of the tube or column37
3003408755Immunoassaystests utilizing antibodies that react with the drug or substance that recognizes the antibody38
3003408756Fluorescenceproperty of a product producing light when acted upon by radiant energy39
3003408757Chemiluminescenceprocess by which light is emitted as a product of a chemical reaction40
3003408758TLCwet chemical test known as thin layer chromatography41
3003408759Ultravioletarea of the light spectrum just past visible violet and before the x-ray region42
3003408760Enhancementrendering an impression more visible through physical, photographic, chemical, or digital methods43
3003408761Retention Timetime required for a substance to travel from the injection port to the detector in a gas or liquid chromatographic system44
3003408762Mass Spectrometrytechnique based of the detection of vaporized molecules and their ionized (charged) fragments; detection and display of the spectra are based on the mass-to-mass charge ratios of the ions; method is specific for qualitative analysis and useful for quantitative analysis45
3003408763Chemical Ionizationa type of mass spectrometry in which a molecule reacts under relatively low energy with a reagent gas rather than fragmenting extensively46
3003408764NISTnational institute of standards and technology47
3003408765LC-MSliquid chromatography-mass spectrometry is a technique that replaces a gas chromatograph with a liquid chromatograph48
3003408766AASatomic absorption spectroscopy; technique for metal analysis utilizing the reduction of a metal in a solution to an atom, usually by a flame49
3003408767NAAneutron activation analysis; technique for metal analysis utilizing the characteristics of emitted radiation for the detection and quantitation of metals50
3003408768Nucleuscellular organelle surrounded by a nuclear envelope; it encloses the chromosomes during the interphase51
3003408769ICP-MSinductively coupled plasma-mass spectroscopy; modern technique for metal analysis that utilizes radio frequency energy for the detection and quantitation of metals52
3003408770Isotopeschemical element that exits in alternate forms containing identical numbers of protons and different numbers of neutrons53
3003408771Toxicogenomicsfield of science that deals with how genomes respond to toxins54
3003408772LD50quantity of a substance that kills 50 percent of the population55
3003408773GC-MSacronym for gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry56
3003408774Who was the first to use fingerprinting as a method of identification on a large scale?Sir William Hershel-185657
3003408775Who was the first to devise a method of classification based on fingerprints?Dr. Henry Faulds-188058
3003408776Who's was the first official use of a fingerprint in the United States?Gilbert Thompson-188259
3003408777What were Sir Francis Galton's calculations of the odds of two individual fingerprints being the same?1 in 64 billion60
3003408778Who began the first fingerprint files?Juan Vucetich -189161
3003408779When was the first criminal fingerprint identification made?189262
3003408780When was the introduction of fingerprints for criminal identification in England and Wales?190163
3003408781What is the classification system for fingerprinting used in all English speaking countries called?Henry Classification System64
3003408782What does AFIS stand for?Automated Fingerprint Identification System65
3003408783What does the AFIS do?Provides: -Automated fingerprint search -latent print searching capability -electronic image storage -electronic exchange of fingerprints and responses 24/766
3003408784What does the acronym CPIN stand for? How does it work?C-Commonwealth P-Photo I-Imaging N-Network A computer network that extends PA and is used to record and store digital photos of crime suspects67
3003408785Ballisticsthe science that deals with the motion, behavior, and effects of projectiles, most often firearms and bullets.68
3003408786Odontologyin forensics, examination of bite marks and dental identification of corpses.69
3003408787Pathologyinvestigation of sudden, unexplained, or violent death.70
3003408788Entomologythe study of insects.71
3003408789Palynologythe study of pollen and spores.72
3003408790Polygraphythe use of the "lie detector". Polygraph = lie detector73
3003408791LacerationCaused by a blunt object74
3003408792Incised woundsCaused by a sharp object75
3003408793Perforating gunshot woundHas an entrance and an exit wound76
3003408794Penetrating gunshot woundDoes not have an exit wound.77
3003408795Mechanism of DeathBiochemical or physiologic abnormality produced by the cause of death that is incompatible with life78
3003408796Manner of Death MODThe fashion in which the cause of death came to be.79
3003408797Rigor mortisStiffening of the muscles that occurs following the death of a person. The glycogen in the body is not reformed leaving muscles stiff80
3003408798Livor MortisDiscoloration of the body which occurs from te settling of red blood cells after the blood stops circulating. Lividity becomes fixed at 12hrs81
3003408799Algor MortisCooling of the body that occurs after death. This obviously varies greatly.82
3003408800Mechanical traumasCan be sharp or blunt. Blunt traumas are further divided into firearm and non-firearm.83
3003408801Non-penetrating traumasCan be sharp or blunt. Blunt traumas are further divided into firearm and non-firearm.84
3003408802GSRGun shot residue Gun powder leftover from shooting a gun85
3003408803DOADead on arrival, Death on Arrival86
3003408804Cannabismarujuana;pot87
3003408805Teratogenan agent that can cause birth defects in an embryo or fetus. two well-known examples are alcohol and thalidomide.88
3003408806AlkaloidExamples are cocaine, nicotine, strychnine, caffenine, and morphine.89
3003408807Analgesicsdrugs that relieve pain.90
3003408808Presumptive Testtest that presumes the presence of the questioned substanced; also called a screening test.91
3003408809Osteonsstructures in bones that carry the blood supply.92
3003408810Femurlong bone found in the leg extending from the hip to the knee.93
3003408811Tibialong bone found in the leg extending from the knee to the ankle.94
3003408812Humeruslong bone found in the arm extending from the shoulder to the elbow. upper arm95
3003408813Radiuslong bone found in the arm extending from the elbow to the wrist.96
3003408814Os Pubisarea on the anterior side of the pelvis where the hip bones come together.97
3003408815Ventral Arca bony ridge that is formed on the ventral (lower) side of the female os pubis.98
3003408816Epiphysesgrowth plates found at the ends of the long bones. they form in adolescence and fuse to the bone during early adulthood.99
3003408817Diaphysisthe shaft of a long bone.100
3003408818Iliac Crestfound on the top of the hip bone.101
3003408819Claviclealso known as the collarbone; its medial ends meet in the center of the body.102
3003408820Suturesimmovable joints where bonesare joined together. they are visible as seams on the surface.103
3003408821Symphysisa place where two bones meet and may rub together.104
3003408822Caucasoiddescriptor for people of European, Middle Eastern, and East Indian descent.105
3003408823Negroiddescriptor for people of African, Aborigine, and Melanesian descent.106
3003408824Monogoloiddescriptor for people of Asian, Native American, Polynesian descent.107
3003408825Modus Operandi (MO)the characteristic method of operation of a criminal; sometimes referred to as MO.108
3003408826Statutory Lawlegislative acts declaring, commanding, or prohibiting something.109
3003408827Common Law or Case LawType of law that is formulated by judges or determined by court decisions.110
3003408828Civil LawA law that governs relationships between individuals and defines their legal rights.111
3003408829Criminal LawCodes of behavior related to the protection of property and individual safety112
3003408830Misdemeanora minor crime, less than a felony, usually punished with a fine or confinement other than in a prison.113
3003408831Felonya serious crime, such as murder, punishable by more than one year of imprisonment up to excution.114
3003408832What is the two-pronged test that foresic pathologists use?First, is the death sudden. Second, was the death expected.(i.e. if person had been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease then death would have been expected even if sudden.115
3003408833What two methods to pathologist use to obtain DNA from victim for future DNA analysis?A drop of blood or a hair with the blub still attached116
3003408834What are the three major subgroupings of forensic psychiatry?Criminal forensic psychiatry, civil forensic psychiatry, administrative forensic psychiatry.117
3003408835Dactyloscopythe study of fingerprints. the word is drived from the Greek daktulos, meaning finger.118
3003408836Anthropometrythe study of human body measurements. the word is derived from the Greek anthropos, meaning man.119
3003408837Loopfingerprint pattern with one or more ridges entering from one side, curving, then going out on the same side entered.120
3003408838Deltatriangular area found in all loop and whorl patterns121
3003408839Corearea found near the center of all loop and whorl patterns.122
3003408840Whorlfingerprint pattern with at least two deltas and a core.123
3003408841Archleast common and simpliest fingerprint pattern. they have no delta or core. all ridges enter one side and exit the other.124
3003408842Visible Printfingerprint left by a finger that has touched blood, paint, ink, or the like.125
3003408843Latent Printfingerprint made by the deposit of perspiration or body oils; invisible to the naked eye until developed.126
3003408844Minutiaein description of fingerprints, ridge characteristics.127
3003408845Bifurcationscommon minutiae, shaped like a two-pronged fork.128
3003408846Locard Exchange Principlethere is always a cross transfer of evidence between suspect and victim or locale.129
3003408847Cuticle (Hair)tough, clear outside covering of the hair shaft.130
3003408848Cortex (Hair)middle layer of the hair shaft that provides strength; compromises most of the hair mass.131
3003408849Medulla (Hair)the spongy anterior core of hair that gives it flexibilty; appears as a canal in the middle of the shaft.132
3003408850KeratinA fiber protein that is the principal component of hair, skin, and nails is133
3003408851False Positivea test result that comes out positive when it should not; often caused by comtamination or failure to run a control.134
3003408852Catalysta small amount of a substance that increases the rate of a reaction without being used up in the process.135
3003408853Viscositythe resistance of a fluid to flow. water is low relative to syrup. heating generally lowers this of a liquid.136
3003408854Homopolymerspolymers made up of one type of repeating unit. each is made from one monomer only.137
3003408855Polyethersa series of carbon atoms connected by oxygen atoms.138
3003408856ChromatographyA technique that is used to separate the components of a mixture based on the tendency of each component to travel or be drawn across the surface of another material.139
3003408857Eluteto extract one material from another, usually by means of a solvent.140
3003408858Designer Drugdrugs synthesized with particular pharmacological characteristics, designed for abuse and evasion of specific drug laws.141
3003408859Cheliloscopythe study of lip prints, from the Greek word cheilos, meaning lip.142
3003408860Conchoidal FractureA curved fracture surface; looks like the inside of a clam shell143
3003408861Hemoglobinthe oxygen carrier that gives red blood cells their color. it is composed of four globen (protein) chains, each with heme group.144
3003408862Precipitin Testtest that distingushes between human and animal blood145
3003408863Chemiluminescencethe emmission of light from a chemical reaction. within an organism such as a firefly. it is called bioluminescence.146
3003408864Antigensforeign substances in the body that are capable of causing disease. the presence of antigens triggers an immune response, usually the production of antibodies.147
3003408865Agglutinatean allergic reaction where red blood cells clump together, usually in response to a particular antibody.148
3003408866Serologythe laboratory study of body fluids using specific antigen and serum antibody reactions.149
3003408867Erythrocytesred blood cells.150
3003408868LeukocytesWhite Blood Cells151
3003408869ABOa basic classification system for blood types based upon the reaction of antigens and antibodies.152
3003408870Taxonomythe classification ont things in an orderly way that indicates natural relationships.153
3003408871Carrionthe carcass of a dead and decaying animal.154
3003408872Postmortem Interval (PMI)the time elapsed since a person has died.155
3003408873CaliberA measure of the inside diameter of a firearm barrel156
3003408874Borethe interior diameter of a gun barrel.157
3003408875GaugeA measure related to the diameter of the bore and the size of the shotshell designed for that bore158
3003408876Shotlead spheres in a shotgun shell.159
3003408877Sluga single shot or bullet in a shotgun shell.160
3003408878Striaeparallel sets of scratches on a bullet caused by unique markings in the bore of a rifled weapon.161
3003408879Head Stampnumerals, letters, and symbols on the base of a cartridge showing the manufacturer, caliber, and code.162
3003408880Breechportion of the gun that contains the firing mechanism.163
3003408881Magazinea container that holds cartridges under spring pressure to be fed into the gun's chamber; also called a clip.164
3003408882Chamberpart of the firearm that contains a cartridge for firing.165
3003408883Blind Forgeryone made without a model of this signnature or writing being forged.166
3003408884Forgeryan item prepared with the intent to deceive or defraud. it can be an autograph, a book, a painting, a baseball card, a stamp, an antique, or almost anything.167
3003408885Simulated Forgeryone made by copying a genuine signature.168
3003408886Traced Forgeryone made by tracing a genuine signature.169
3003408887Indented Writingimpressions left under paper that has been written on.170
3003408888When were psychologists recognized in court?Jenkins v United States 1962171
3003408889Name the 4 roles of a forensic psychologists.1. Research: investigate legal processes and phenomena 2. Intervention (aka treatment or therapy) 3. Assessment: psychological appraisal 4. Consultation: provide information to agencies including police departments judges, attorneys and jail staff172
3003408890What is the most prevalent area of forensic psychology research?Eyewitness testimony173
3003408891Confession.Admission of guilt • Most damaging piece of evidence in a trial174
3003408892False confession.Admission of guilt by an innocent person175
3003408893Name the 3 primary reasons for a false confession.1. Publicity 2. To end punishment 3. Highly suggestible and stressed176
3003408894Name 2 main roles of a forensic psychologist in assessment.1. Involves test administration 2. Testify as expert witness177
3003408895What are the 3 primary states when testifying as an expert witness?1. Dangerousness: likelihood to cause emotional or physical harm 2. Competency: ability to understand nature and purpose of court proceedings 3. Insanity: legal term for unsoundness of mind such that nature of a (criminal) act was not perceived to be wrong178
3003408896What are the 4 areas of dangerousness?1. Violence 2. Suicide 3. Child and domestic abuse 4. Sexual abuse179
3003408897Name 2 way to be considered for insanity.1. Cannot distinguish fantasy from reality 2. Subject to uncontrollable impulsive behavior180
3003408898Name 2 possible verdicts if one is found insane.1. Not guilty by reason of insanity 2. Not guilty by reason of temporary insanity181
3003408899SignatureUnique manner in which a person commits crime to emotionally fulfill himself182
3003408900Who was the Vampire of Sacramento? Give some background information.• Richard Trenton Chase • Unemployed, white male, 27 years old • Lived alone, 1 block from killings • Found body parts and bloodstained blender, calendar with more dates183
3003408901What is Algor mortis? Time FrameDefiniton:Decrease in body temperature after death Time:Body cools at a rate of 1.5 degrees Fahrenheit per hour for the first 12 hours then 1 degree Fahrenheit per hour for the next 12 to 18 hours184
3003408902What is Livor Mortis? Time Frame?Definition:Purple/red discoloration in the dependent areas of the body due to accumulation of blood after cardiac activity has ceased Time:Begins between 30 minutes to 2 hours after death Usually "fixed" by 8 to 12 hours after death185
3003408903What are the specific types of lividity and what causes them?Cherry red lividity: carbon monoxide poisoning, cyanide poisoning and cold temperatures ~Minimal lividity: hypovolemic shock or anemia186
3003408904What was the first published account involving a convition based on bite marks as evidence.Doyle v. State; Texas, 1954187
3003408905PathologyThe study of disease188
3003408906BiopsyExamination of a tissue sample189
3003408907TheoryA set of statements or principles devised to explain a group of facts or phenomena, especially one that has been repeatedly tested or is widely accepted and can be used to make predictions about natural phenomena190
3003408908AutopsyAn examination of the body after death usually with such dissection as will expose the vital organs for determining the cause of death.191
3003408909Cytopathologystudy of the diseases of cells192
3003408910Clinical pathologyInvolves the analysis and interpretation of the chemical, hormonal, and biochemical components of body fluids to determine whether a disease is present193
3003408911MicrobiologyInvolves the testing and diagnosis of material to determine which infectious organism is infecting or investing the patient194
3003408912HistopathologyMicroscopic analysis of diseased tissue195
3003408913HematopathologyDiagnosis blood disease And blood forming organs196
3003408914NeuropathologistFocuses on disease of the nervous system197
3003408915DermatopathologyFocuses on skin diseases198
3003408916Forensic pathologyMain effort is to determine the cause of death and the circumstances of how the death occurred199
3003408917CoronerWord comes a from the Anglo-Norman word corouner, a word derived from coroune ("crown"). May not be physician/ pathologist. Usually decides if an autopsy is needed then hires a hospital/ forensic pathologist to perform. Is given past medical records and injuries200
3003408918Medical ExaminerForensic pathologist (death investigator) Does not work from a medical chart. Examining clothes is very important in establishing how the death occurred201
3003408919CTComputed tomography202
3003408920MRIMagnetic Resonance Imaging203
3003408921Postmortem intervalTime of death204
3003408922Algor mortisCooling of the body; normal temp is approx 98.6° and this is maintained 1-3 hours after death then the body begins to cool at a rate of approx 1° per hour205
3003408923Livor mortisDiscoloration of the body; occurs when the heart stops beating, the blood stops circulating and stagnates.206
3003408924Rigor mortisStiffening of the body; begins 20 minutes after death with the smaller muscles of the jaw then continues over the next 6-12 hours and over the next 12-24 hours disappears ually in the same way it appeared207
3003408925Postmortem lividitythe setting of the blood in the body after death, which results in a blue/purple discoloration of the skin208
3003408926ContusionA black or blue injury209
3003408927Cadaveric spasmThe muscles contract forcibly at the moment of death210
3003408928AutolysisSelf loosen; occurs inside the body and affects internal organs, including the brain.211
3003408929MarblingGreenish discoloration begins around the belly button and the numerous veins beneath the skin become visible and may also show greenish discoloration212
3003408930MummificationThe skin shrinks and dries, occurs under specific environmental conditions213
3003408931AdipocereWaxy fat; happens with bodies under water214
3003408932FloatersDecomposed bodies ; wet floaters found in water and dry floaters are found on land215
3003408933Maceratedsoftening and breaking down of skin from prolonged exposure to moisture216
3003408934SkeletonizationThe end result of decomp.. Accelerated by bugs who have infested the body.217
3003408935Forensic entomologistPerson who studies bugs; can determine the approximate postmortem interval based on the type and stage of the insect larvae present218
3003408936Presumptive IDIdentification found on a persons unidentifiable body that is not considered an ID. A positive ID must be made, usually done by friends or relatives.219
3003408937Forensic odontologistForensic dentist; can examine and x-ray the teeth and compare to files of the deceaseds local dentist.220
3003408938Forensic anthropologistPerson who studies bones; can help determine the age, sex, race, and approx height. PHYSICAL anthro can reconstruct an accurate face from a skull.221
3003408939Manner of deathHow death occurred; 5 possibilities - natural -accidental -suicide -homicide -undetermined222
3003408940PericardiumFirbrous sac that encloses the heart. Opened during an autopsy to remove the heart.223
3003408941ArteriosclerosisHardening of the arteries224
3003408942Myocardial InfarctionThe blockage of blood to the heart resulting I'm the death of the heart muscle225
3003408943Small intestinesDuodenum, jejunum, and ileum226
3003408944MeningesMembranes that surround the brain.227
3003408945Dura mater(Meninges) lies just beneath the internal surface of the skull; firm, touch, and fibrous membrane that covers the outside of the brain.228
3003408946Epidural hemmorhageHemorrhage due to trauma between the dura mater and the skull229
3003408947Subdural hemorrhageBlood lies below the dura mater230
3003408948ArachnoidTwo filmy, thin, transparent membranes that cover the brain directly below the mater231
3003408949Pia materThe transparent innermost membrane covering the brain232
3003408950LeptomengingesThe almost inseparable combination of the delicate middle arachnoid (spider-web like membrane) and the transparent inner membrane covering the brain, the pia mater233
3003408951Provisional anatomic diagnosesA listing made of the autopsy findings made by a forensic pathologist234

Criminal investigation- The art and science 8th edition Flashcards

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4735846693Constables originated inLondon from 1253 to 18290
4735846694Bow street runnersIn the 1750's. First well known investigative body in England employed by Mr. Fieldings to help him thwart crime.1
4735846695Eugene-Francois VidocqThe father of criminal investigation2
4735915109London "bobbies"First paid full time police officers. About 1000 officers.3
4735915110Bertillon systemPersonal identification system based on human body, skeletal size, ear and Adam's apple shape, and eye color.4
4735915111William J. Herschel and Henry FauldsEnglishman credited with finger printing technique. Refined by Sir Francis Galton and adopted by the Scotland Yard in 19015
4735915112The Scotland YardNeither in Scotland, nor in a yard, it's known as the headquarters of the London Metro Police. Doesn't serve the city, only the greater London area.6
4735915113Sir Robert PeelCreated the Lindon Police Force in 18297
4735915114CIDCriminal Investigation Department8
4735915115Britain's "Bloody Sunday"November 13th, 1887. 2000 Police disrupted a meeting organized by the Democratic Federation, leading to over 100 dead.9
4735915116First police forces in the U.SBoston-1837, New York-1844, and Philadelphia-185410
4735915117The Texas RangersEstablished before Texas became an official state. Oldest state law enforcement body in the U.S. Created by Stephen F. Austin in 1823 and headed by Cpt. Morris.11
4735915118Pinkerton Nat'l Detective AgencyFounded by Allan Pinkerton in 1850. 1st of its kind in the U.S.12
4735915119Rogues' galleryCreated by Allan Pinkerton, a compilation of descriptions, M.O's, hiding places and names of associates of known criminals.13
4735915120Creation of the FBIJohn Edgar Hoover in 1907. Was the first director of the FBI.14
4735915121SerologyStudy of human blood stains and the ability to tell them from the blood of other animals.15
4743907093The RAND corp. studyInvestigated index or high level offenses. Murder, robbery, rape16
4743907094The PERF studyInvestigated low level crimes. Burglary. Etc.17
4743907095The objectives of criminal investigation-Detect crime -Locate and identify suspects in crimes -Locate, document, and preserve evidence in crimes -Arrest suspects in crimes -Recover stolen property -Prepare sound criminal cases for prosecution18
4743907096Inductive reasoningBottom up logic. A general conclusion19
4743907097Deductive reaoningTop down logic. Conclusions based on multiple premises that are generally assumed to be true20
4743907098AbductionThe process of proposing a likely explanation for an event that must then be tested21
4751305288Belief perserverancePlacing more weight on evidence that supports hypothesis's rather than on clues or evidence that weakens it.22
4751305289HueristicsRules of thumb that substitute simple questions for more complex ones.23
4751305290AnchoringRefers to the strong influence of the starting point or first approximation on the final estimate24

North vs. South Flashcards

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2308642658Industrialistspeople who owned factories and other industries that changed the way people worked0
2308642659urbanareas where a great number of people live together; big cities1
2308642660immigrantspeople who move from one country to another, often to have a better life2
2308642661plantationlarge farms, usually in the south, where slaves did most of the work3
2308642662cotton ginmachine to clean seeds from cotton fibers; increased cotton production and need for slaves4
2308642663cash cropa type of crop that is planted in order to sell it to make money5
2308642664slavespeople who are treated as property; usually of African descent in American history6
2308642665Slave Codeslaws limiting slaves adn people who wanted to help them7
2308642666oppressionthe sense of being held back by unfair force8
2308642667discriminationto be treated differently based on race, gender, religion, or some other characteristic9
2308642668segregationa policy to keep groups of people separate; usually separated by race10
2308642669racisma belief or policy that says one race is better than another11
2308642670reformto make changes to a current system, hopefully to make things better12
2308642671transcendentalisma way of thinking that believed people should go beyond logical ideas to use emotion and intuition to reach true understanding13
2308642672asylumhospitals for the mentally ill; many asylums needed reforming during the mid-1800's14
2308642673Suffrage Movementgroups of people who fought for women to get the right to vote in the late 1800's15
2308642674abolitionistspeople who wanted to end slavery16
2308642675Underground Railroadsystem of people, known as conductors, who helped slaves escape to freedom17
2308642676fugitivea person who tries to escape or run away from a situation18
2308642677popular sovereigntyidea that the authority of government comes from the people19
2308642678sectionalismto favor the interests of one region over the country as a whole20
2308642679raida surprise or sudden attack to gain control over a certain place21
2308642680secedeto withdraw from a political organization or alliance22
2308642681secessionthe act of withdrawing from an organization or political alliance23

Heart Flashcards

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4797102266apexthe tip of a pyramidal or rounded structure, such as the heart.0
4797106147basethe portion of the heart opposite the apex. It is superior and medially located. It forms the upper border of the heart1
4797111262right auriclea small, cone-shaped pouch which projects from the right atrium of the heart2
4797123459right atriumone of the four chambers of the heart. The heart is comprised of two atria and two ventricles. Blood enters the heart through the two atria and exits through the two ventricles. Deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium through the inferior and superior vena cava3
4797126758superior vena cavaA large vein that receives blood from the head, neck, upper extremities, and thorax and delivers it to the right atrium of the heart.4
4797129950inferior vena cavaA large vein that receives blood from the lower extremities, pelvis and abdomen and delivers it to the right atrium of the heart5
4797135893left auriclea small, muscular pouch at the upper corner of the left atrium. It collects oxygenated blood as it leaves the lungs and moves the blood into the left ventricle.6
4797158705left atriumone of the four chambers of the heart, located on the left posterior side. Its primary roles are to act as a holding chamber for blood returning from the lungs and to act as a pump to transport blood to other areas of the heart7
4797160844pulmonary trunkA vessel that arises from the right ventricle of the heart, extends upward, and divides into the right and left pulmonary arteries that convey unaerated blood to the lungs.8
4797166026pulmonary veinsveins carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart9
4797174490coronary vesselsThe vessels that supply the heart muscle with blood rich in oxygen.10
4797184806coronary sinusa large venous channel on the posterior heart wall that receives blood via the coronary veins and empties into the right atrium11
4797192513right ventriclethe chamber within the heart that is responsible for pumping oxygen-depleted blood to the lungs. It is located in the lower right portion of the heart below the right atrium and opposite the left ventricle.12
4797194949tricuspid valvevalve with three-triangular flaps of tissue at the opening of the right atrium that keeps blood in the right ventricle from flowing back into the right atrium.13
4797201494chordae tendineaeThread-like bands of fibrous CT which attach on one end to the 3 flaps of the tricuspid valves and on the other end to the muscles of the right ventricle. They prevent the flaps from being pushed into the right atrium during ventricular contraction14
4797220198papillary musclessmall muscular columns attached to the lower ends of the chordae tendoneae and at the other end to the wall of the ventricle to maintain tension preventing the cusps of the tricuspid valve from flapping back into the atrium15
4797239508pulmonary valvea semilunar valve between the pulmonary artery and the right ventricle that prevents the blood from flowing back into the right ventricle16
4797244928left ventricleThe left lower chamber of the heart that receives blood from the left atrium and pumps it out under high pressure through the aorta to the body.17
4797254019bicuspid (mitral) valvevalve between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart, consisting of two triangular flaps of tissue, that prevents blood from flowing back into the atrium when the ventricle contracts.18
4797261281aortic valvethe semilunar valve separating the aorta from the left ventricle that prevents blood from flowing back into the left ventricle19
5036879909coronary arteriesblood vessels that supply blood to your heart. They branch off of the aorta at its base. The right coronary artery, the left main coronary, the left anterior descending, and the left circumflex artery, are the four major coronary arteries. Blockage of these arteries is a common cause of angina, heart disease, heart attacks and heart failure.20
5036942221right pulmonary arteryThe main pulmonary artery is responsible for transporting oxygen-depleted blood from the heart toward the lungs. The main artery splits into the left pulmonary artery and the right pulmonary artery, each of which directs the blood to the corresponding lung (no picture available-arrow is pointing to left pulmonary artery)21
5036992368right pulmonary veinsreturns blood from the right lung to the left atrium (no picture available-arrow should be pointing to veins on other side of heart)22
5037005031left pulmonary veinsreturns blood from the left lung to the left atrium23
5037021334ascending aortathe largest vessel in the body. It transports oxygenated blood from the left ventricle of the heart to every organ. The aorta starts in the heart with the aortic valve; immediately adjacent is the aortic root, followed by the ascending aorta, the transverse aorta (the aortic arch), the descending aorta, and the thoracoabdominal aorta. The aorta ends in the abdomen24
5037117022brachiocephalic arteryis an artery of the mediastinum that supplies blood to the right arm and the head and neck. It is the first branch of the aortic arch and then divides into the right common carotid artery and the right subclavian artery.25
5037737257right common carotid arterythe left and right ___________arteries supply the head and neck with oxygenated blood; they divide in the neck to form the external and internal carotid arteries26
5037819214left common carotid arteryarises directly from the arch of Aorta as a second branch27
5037756966right internal carotid arterycarries blood to the right side of the head28
5037781601right subclavian arteryThe __________arteries are two major blood vessels that supply oxygenated blood to the upper limbs and chest of the body. Both the of these arteries lie underneath the clavicle. The right carries blood to the right arm29
5037867308left subclavian arterycarries blood to the left arm30
5037899674thoracic or descending aortais subdivided into the thoracic aorta and the abdominal aorta. The thoracic aorta, the part of the aorta that runs from the arch of the aorta to the diaphragm, gives off numerous branches that supply oxygenated blood to the chest cage, esophagus & thoracic bones31
5037936414abdominal descending aortaa continuation of the thoracic aorta and runs down to where the aorta ends (by splitting into the two leg arteries). The _______ supplies oxygenated blood to all of the abdominal and pelvic organs and the legs.32
5037987850celiac axis (artery/trunk)is the first major branch of the abdominal aorta. supplies oxygenated blood to the liver, stomach, abdominal esophagus, spleen and the superior half of both the duodenum and the pancreas.33
5038033586left gastric arteryis the smallest & first branch of the celiac artery, supplies blood to the stomach & lower esophagus34
5038085303splenic arteryIt branches from the celiac artery, supplies oxygenated blood to the spleen & pancreas35
5038105352common hepatic arteryone of the final branches of the celiac artery. It supplies oxygen-rich blood to the liver, stomach, pancreas, omentum and duodenum36
5038143494superior mesenteric arteryarises from the anterior surface of the abdominal aorta, just inferior to the origin of the celiac trunk, and supplies blood to the small & large intestines through two-thirds of the transverse colon, as well as the pancreas.37
5038186704right and left renal arteriesarise off the side of the abdominal aorta, immediately below the superior mesenteric artery, and supply the kidneys with blood38
5038209257iliacthe end of the abdominal aorta divides into the right and left common_______arteries. These two arteries travel down and to each side of the body towards the edges of the pelvis. Provides blood flow to the lower extremities.39
5141785181neutrophilA type of white blood cell, a granulocyte that has little sacs containing enzymes that digest microorganisms,40
5168617230lymphocyte41
5168626272monocyte42
5168630603eosinophil43
5141780824basophilA type of white blood cell (leukocyte) with coarse, bluish-black granules, that performs phagocytosis (cell eating), produce histamine and serotonin that induce inflammation, and heparin that prevents blood clotting.44

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5119708784Atriathe 2 upper chambers of the heart0
5119708785Ventriclesthe 2 lower chambers of the heart1
5119708786Myocardiumcardiac muscle tissue found in the walls of each heart chamber2
5119708787Pericardiumcovering layers of the heart consisting of two layers of fibrous tissue with a small space in between3
5119708788Systolecontraction of the heart period of contraction is called?4
5119708789Diastolerelaxation of the heart period of relaxation is called?5
5119708790Atrioventricular (AV) Valves2 valves that separate the atrial chambers from the ventricles below 3 & 116
5119708791Mitral ValveAKA - Bicuspid Valve located between the left atrium and ventricle7
5119708792Tricuspid Valvelocated between the right atrium and ventricle8
5119708793Chordae Tendinaestring-like structures which attach the AV valves to the wall of the heart9
5119708794Semilunar (SL) Valveslocated between the two ventricular chambers and the large arteries that carry blood away from the heart when contraction occurs What are the F valves called?10
5119708795Pulmonary SL Valvelocated at the beginning of the pulmonary artery and allows blood going to the lungs to flow out from the the right ventricle but prevents it from flowing back11
5119708796Aortic SL Valvelocated at the beginning of the aorta and allows blood to flow out of the left ventricle up into the aorta but prevents backflow12
5119708797Pulmonary Circulationmovement of the blood from the right ventricle to the lungs A and C13
5119708798Systemic Circulationmovement of the blood from the left ventricle throughout the body as a whole Area C14
5119708799Coronary Circulationdelivery of oxygen and nutrient-rich blood to cardiac muscle tissue and the return of oxygen-poor blood to the venous system15
5119708800Cardiac Cycleeach complete heart beat; contraction (systole) and relaxation (diastole) of the atria and ventricles16
5119708801Stroke Volumevolume of blood ejected from the ventricles during each beat17
5119708802Cardiac Outputvolume of blood pumped by one ventricle per minute18
5119708803Sinoatrial (SA) NodeAKA- "Pacemaker"; where the impulse conduction of the heart starts; located in the right atrium near the opening of the vena cava19
5119708804Atrioventricular (AV) Noderelays impulse generated from the SA node to the ventricles20
5119708805AV BundleAKA- Bundle of His; fibers in the heart that relay a nerve impulse from the AV nodes to the ventricles21
5119708806Purkinje Fibersspecialized cells located in the walls of the ventricles; relay nerve impulses from the AV nodes causing them to contract22
5119708807Electrocardiogram (ECG)graphic record of the heart's electrical activity23
5119708808P Wavethe first small wave that occurs as a result of depolarization (contraction) from the SA node through the atria; occurs before contraction24
5119708809QRS Complexresults from ventricular depolarization and precedes ventricular contraction25
5119708810T Wavedeflection on an ECG that occurs as a result of REPOLARIZATION (relaxation) of the ventricles26
5119708811Endocarditisinflammation of a thin layer of very smooth tissue lining each chamber of the heart27
5119708812Pericarditiswhen the pericardium becomes inflammed28
5119708818Myocardial Infarction (MI)AKA - Heart Attack; tissue death due to deprivation of oxygen29
5119708823Bradycardiaslow heart rhythm (below 60 bpm)30
5119708824Tachycardiarapid heart rhythm (over 100 bpm)31
5119708825Fibrilationa condition of rapid and irregular or out of phase contractions in which control of the heart rhythm is take away from the SA node by rapid activity in other heart regions.32
5119708826Long Q-T Syndromereveals a repolarization abnormality that increases the risk of ventricular arrhythmias33
5119708827Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)inability of the heart to pump blood effectively that leads to inadequate supply to heart tissue; causes swelling in feet, ankles and legs.34
5119708828SeptumMyocardial tissue that separates the left and right side of the heart from each other35
5119836072depolarizationcontraction is called36
5119836975repolarization r for rrelaxation is called37

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pulmonary circuit carries oxygen-poor blood from the heart to the lungs and back.
systemic circuit transports oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body and back.
Arteries carry blood away from the heart
veins return blood to the heart
Capillaries tiny vessels between the smallest arteries and veins.
Four chambers of the heart the right atrium and ventricle, left atrium and ventricle.
right atrium and ventricle pumps blood into the pulmonary arteries
left atrium and ventricle receives blood from pulmonary veins
atria collects blood returning to heart
ventricles discharge blood into vessels to leave the heart.
pericardial cavity surrounds the heart.
pericardium lines the heart
pericardial fluid small amount of lubricating fluid in heart.
visceral pericardium (epicardium) covers the heart's outer surface
parietal pericardium lines in the inner surface of the pericardial sac.
pericardial sac surrounds the heart and helps prevent overfilling.
mediastinum anterior portion where the heart lies
Three layers of the heart epicardium, myocardium, endocardium
epicardium the visceral pericardium
myocardium the muscular wall of the heart; consists bulk of the heart.
endocardium the epithelium covering the inner surfaces of the heart including the valves.
cardiocytes cardiac muscle cells, smaller than skeletal muscle cells, are almost totally dependent on aerobic respiration.
coronary arteries supplies blood to the heart muscles
intercalated discs cardiocytes are interconnected by ____ ___, which both convey the force of contraction from cell to cell and conduct action potentials.
fibrous skeleton the internal connective tissue of the heart
auricle (atrial appendage) is an expandable extension of the atrium.
coronary sulcus is the deep groove between the atria and the ventricles.
anterior interventricular sulcus depression on anterior surface of the heart - makes the division of left and right ventricles
posterior interventricular sulcus depression on the posterior

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5150821063pulmonary circuitcarries oxygen-poor (deoxygenated) blood from the heart to the lungs and back. Right side of heart. Low pressure circulation.0
5150821064Arteriescarry blood away from the heart, thicker with more resistance1
5150821065veinsreturn blood to the heart, thinner with less resistance2
5150821066Capillariestiny vessels between the smallest arteries and veins.3
5150821067Four chambers of the heartright atrium, right ventricle, left atrium, left ventricle.4
5150821068right atrium and ventriclepumps blood into the pulmonary arteries5
5150821069left atrium and ventriclereceives blood from pulmonary veins6
5150821070ventriclesdischarge blood into vessels to leave the heart.7
51508210713 layers of the heartepicardium, myocardium, endocardium8
5150821072epicardiumsuperficial; the visceral pericardium; layer covering the myocardium9
5150821073myocardiumthe muscular wall of the heart; consists bulk of the heart.10
5150821074endocardiumthe epithelium covering the inner surfaces of the heart including the valves.11
5150821075pulmonary trunkBlood leaving the right ventricle enters this after passing through the pulmonary semilunar valve.12
5150821076pulmonary semilunar valvevalve positioned between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery; prevent back flow into the ventricles13
5150821077left and right pulmonary arteriesBranch from the pulmonary trunk and carry deoxygenated blood to the arteries14
5150821078left and right pulmonary veinswhere the left atrium receives oxygenated blood from; it has thicker walls than those of the right atrium.15
5150821079left atrioventricular valve(mitral or bicuspid valve) Blood leaving the left atrium flows into the left ventricle through this valve; most commonly replaced due to more pressure on left side of the heart16
5150821080heart soundsthe closure of valves and rushing of blood through the heart cause characteristic "Lub Dub" sounds that can be heard during auscultation.17
5150821081coronary arteriesoriginate at the base of the ascending aorta, and each gives rise to two branches.18
5150821082left coronary arteryone of two arteries from the aorta that nourish the heart; (runs from left side of heart then divides into the circumflex and left anterior descending branches)19
5150821083Small Cardiac VeinVein that travels along side the right marginal artery.20

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4797102266apexthe tip of a pyramidal or rounded structure, such as the heart.0
4797106147basethe portion of the heart opposite the apex. It is superior and medially located. It forms the upper border of the heart1
4797111262right auriclea small, cone-shaped pouch which projects from the right atrium of the heart2
4797123459right atriumone of the four chambers of the heart. The heart is comprised of two atria and two ventricles. Blood enters the heart through the two atria and exits through the two ventricles. Deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium through the inferior and superior vena cava3
4797126758superior vena cavaA large vein that receives blood from the head, neck, upper extremities, and thorax and delivers it to the right atrium of the heart.4
4797129950inferior vena cavaA large vein that receives blood from the lower extremities, pelvis and abdomen and delivers it to the right atrium of the heart5
4797135893left auriclea small, muscular pouch at the upper corner of the left atrium. It collects oxygenated blood as it leaves the lungs and moves the blood into the left ventricle.6
4797158705left atriumone of the four chambers of the heart, located on the left posterior side. Its primary roles are to act as a holding chamber for blood returning from the lungs and to act as a pump to transport blood to other areas of the heart7
4797160844pulmonary trunkA vessel that arises from the right ventricle of the heart, extends upward, and divides into the right and left pulmonary arteries that convey unaerated blood to the lungs.8
4797166026pulmonary veinsveins carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart9
4797174490coronary vesselsThe vessels that supply the heart muscle with blood rich in oxygen.10
4797184806coronary sinusa large venous channel on the posterior heart wall that receives blood via the coronary veins and empties into the right atrium11
4797192513right ventriclethe chamber within the heart that is responsible for pumping oxygen-depleted blood to the lungs. It is located in the lower right portion of the heart below the right atrium and opposite the left ventricle.12
4797194949tricuspid valvevalve with three-triangular flaps of tissue at the opening of the right atrium that keeps blood in the right ventricle from flowing back into the right atrium.13
4797201494chordae tendineaeThread-like bands of fibrous CT which attach on one end to the 3 flaps of the tricuspid valves and on the other end to the muscles of the right ventricle. They prevent the flaps from being pushed into the right atrium during ventricular contraction14
4797220198papillary musclessmall muscular columns attached to the lower ends of the chordae tendoneae and at the other end to the wall of the ventricle to maintain tension preventing the cusps of the tricuspid valve from flapping back into the atrium15
4797239508pulmonary valvea semilunar valve between the pulmonary artery and the right ventricle that prevents the blood from flowing back into the right ventricle16
4797244928left ventricleThe left lower chamber of the heart that receives blood from the left atrium and pumps it out under high pressure through the aorta to the body.17
4797254019bicuspid (mitral) valvevalve between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart, consisting of two triangular flaps of tissue, that prevents blood from flowing back into the atrium when the ventricle contracts.18
4797261281aortic valvethe semilunar valve separating the aorta from the left ventricle that prevents blood from flowing back into the left ventricle19
5036879909coronary arteriesblood vessels that supply blood to your heart. They branch off of the aorta at its base. The right coronary artery, the left main coronary, the left anterior descending, and the left circumflex artery, are the four major coronary arteries. Blockage of these arteries is a common cause of angina, heart disease, heart attacks and heart failure.20
5036942221right pulmonary arteryThe main pulmonary artery is responsible for transporting oxygen-depleted blood from the heart toward the lungs. The main artery splits into the left pulmonary artery and the right pulmonary artery, each of which directs the blood to the corresponding lung (no picture available-arrow is pointing to left pulmonary artery)21
5036992368right pulmonary veinsreturns blood from the right lung to the left atrium (no picture available-arrow should be pointing to veins on other side of heart)22
5037005031left pulmonary veinsreturns blood from the left lung to the left atrium23
5037021334ascending aortathe largest vessel in the body. It transports oxygenated blood from the left ventricle of the heart to every organ. The aorta starts in the heart with the aortic valve; immediately adjacent is the aortic root, followed by the ascending aorta, the transverse aorta (the aortic arch), the descending aorta, and the thoracoabdominal aorta. The aorta ends in the abdomen24
5037117022brachiocephalic arteryis an artery of the mediastinum that supplies blood to the right arm and the head and neck. It is the first branch of the aortic arch and then divides into the right common carotid artery and the right subclavian artery.25
5037737257right common carotid arterythe left and right ___________arteries supply the head and neck with oxygenated blood; they divide in the neck to form the external and internal carotid arteries26
5037819214left common carotid arteryarises directly from the arch of Aorta as a second branch27
5037756966right internal carotid arterycarries blood to the right side of the head28
5037781601right subclavian arteryThe __________arteries are two major blood vessels that supply oxygenated blood to the upper limbs and chest of the body. Both the of these arteries lie underneath the clavicle. The right carries blood to the right arm29
5037867308left subclavian arterycarries blood to the left arm30
5037899674thoracic or descending aortais subdivided into the thoracic aorta and the abdominal aorta. The thoracic aorta, the part of the aorta that runs from the arch of the aorta to the diaphragm, gives off numerous branches that supply oxygenated blood to the chest cage, esophagus & thoracic bones31
5037936414abdominal descending aortaa continuation of the thoracic aorta and runs down to where the aorta ends (by splitting into the two leg arteries). The _______ supplies oxygenated blood to all of the abdominal and pelvic organs and the legs.32
5037987850celiac axis (artery/trunk)is the first major branch of the abdominal aorta. supplies oxygenated blood to the liver, stomach, abdominal esophagus, spleen and the superior half of both the duodenum and the pancreas.33
5038033586left gastric arteryis the smallest & first branch of the celiac artery, supplies blood to the stomach & lower esophagus34
5038085303splenic arteryIt branches from the celiac artery, supplies oxygenated blood to the spleen & pancreas35
5038105352common hepatic arteryone of the final branches of the celiac artery. It supplies oxygen-rich blood to the liver, stomach, pancreas, omentum and duodenum36
5038143494superior mesenteric arteryarises from the anterior surface of the abdominal aorta, just inferior to the origin of the celiac trunk, and supplies blood to the small & large intestines through two-thirds of the transverse colon, as well as the pancreas.37
5038186704right and left renal arteriesarise off the side of the abdominal aorta, immediately below the superior mesenteric artery, and supply the kidneys with blood38
5038209257iliacthe end of the abdominal aorta divides into the right and left common_______arteries. These two arteries travel down and to each side of the body towards the edges of the pelvis. Provides blood flow to the lower extremities.39
5141785181neutrophilA type of white blood cell, a granulocyte that has little sacs containing enzymes that digest microorganisms,40
5168617230lymphocyte41
5168626272monocyte42
5168630603eosinophil43
5141780824basophilA type of white blood cell (leukocyte) with coarse, bluish-black granules, that performs phagocytosis (cell eating), produce histamine and serotonin that induce inflammation, and heparin that prevents blood clotting.44

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1434623864AortaThe biggest and longest artery in the body a blood vessel carrying blood away from he heart. It carries oxygen-rich blood from the left ventricle of the heart to the body.0
1434623865Inferior vena cavaA large vein that carries oxygen-poor blood to the right atrium from the lower half of the body.1
1434623866Left atriumthe left upper chamber of the heart. It receives oxygen rich blood from the lungs via the pulmonary vein.2
1434623867Left ventriclethe left lower chamber of the heart. It pumps the blood through the aortic valve into the aorta.3
1434623868Mitral valvethe valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle. It prevents the back-flow of blood from the ventricle to the atrium.4
1434623869Pulmonary arterythe blood vessel that carries oxygen-poor blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs.5
1434623870Pulmonary valvethe flaps between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery. When the ventricle contracts, the valve opens causing blood to rush into the pulmonary artery. When the ventricle relaxes, the valve closes preventing the back flow of blood from the pulmonary artery to the right atrium.6
1434623871Pulmonary veinthe blood vessel that carries oxygen rich blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart.7
1434623872Right atriumthe right upper chamber of the heart. It receives oxygen poor blood from the body through the inferior vena cava and the superior vena cava .8
1434623873Right ventriclethe right lower chamber of the heart. It pumps the blood into the pulmonary artery.9
1434623874Septumthe muscular wall that separates the left and right sides of the heart.10
1434623875Superior vena cavalarge vein that carries oxygen poor blood to the right atrium from the upper parts of the body.11
1434623876Tricuspid valvethe flaps between the right atrium and the right ventricle. It is composed of three leaf-like parts that prevent the back flow of blood from the ventricle to the atrium12

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pulmonary circuit carries oxygen-poor blood from the heart to the lungs and back.
systemic circuit transports oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body and back.
Arteries carry blood away from the heart
veins return blood to the heart
Capillaries tiny vessels between the smallest arteries and veins.
Four chambers of the heart the right atrium and ventricle, left atrium and ventricle.
right atrium and ventricle pumps blood into the pulmonary arteries
left atrium and ventricle receives blood from pulmonary veins
atria collects blood returning to heart
ventricles discharge blood into vessels to leave the heart.
pericardial cavity surrounds the heart.
pericardium lines the heart
pericardial fluid small amount of lubricating fluid in heart.
visceral pericardium (epicardium) covers the heart's outer surface
parietal pericardium lines in the inner surface of the pericardial sac.
pericardial sac surrounds the heart and helps prevent overfilling.
mediastinum anterior portion where the heart lies
Three layers of the heart epicardium, myocardium, endocardium
epicardium the visceral pericardium
myocardium the muscular wall of the heart; consists bulk of the heart.
endocardium the epithelium covering the inner surfaces of the heart including the valves.
cardiocytes cardiac muscle cells, smaller than skeletal muscle cells, are almost totally dependent on aerobic respiration.
coronary arteries supplies blood to the heart muscles
intercalated discs cardiocytes are interconnected by ____ ___, which both convey the force of contraction from cell to cell and conduct action potentials.
fibrous skeleton the internal connective tissue of the heart
auricle (atrial appendage) is an expandable extension of the atrium.
coronary sulcus is the deep groove between the atria and the ventricles.
anterior interventricular sulcus depression on anterior surface of the heart - makes the division of left and right ventricles
posterior interventricular sulcus depression on the posterior

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4165310023pulmonary circuitcarries oxygen-poor (deoxygenated) blood from the heart to the lungs and back. Right side of heart. Low pressure circulation.0
4165310024Arteriescarry blood away from the heart, thicker with more resistance1
4165310025veinsreturn blood to the heart, thinner with less resistance2
4165310026Capillariestiny vessels between the smallest arteries and veins.3
4165310027Four chambers of the heartright atrium, right ventricle, left atrium, left ventricle.4
4165310028right atrium and ventriclepumps blood into the pulmonary arteries5
4165310029left atrium and ventriclereceives blood from pulmonary veins6
4165310030ventriclesdischarge blood into vessels to leave the heart.7
41653100313 layers of the heartepicardium, myocardium, endocardium8
4165310032epicardiumsuperficial; the visceral pericardium; layer covering the myocardium9
4165310033myocardiumthe muscular wall of the heart; consists bulk of the heart.10
4165310034endocardiumthe epithelium covering the inner surfaces of the heart including the valves.11
4165310035pulmonary trunkBlood leaving the right ventricle enters this after passing through the pulmonary semilunar valve.12
4165310036pulmonary semilunar valvevalve positioned between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery; prevent back flow into the ventricles13
4165310037left and right pulmonary arteriesBranch from the pulmonary trunk and carry deoxygenated blood to the arteries14
4165310038left and right pulmonary veinswhere the left atrium receives oxygenated blood from; it has thicker walls than those of the right atrium.15
4165310039left atrioventricular valve(mitral or bicuspid valve) Blood leaving the left atrium flows into the left ventricle through this valve; most commonly replaced due to more pressure on left side of the heart16
4165310040heart soundsthe closure of valves and rushing of blood through the heart cause characteristic "Lub Dub" sounds that can be heard during auscultation.17
4165310041coronary arteriesoriginate at the base of the ascending aorta, and each gives rise to two branches.18
4165310042left coronary arteryone of two arteries from the aorta that nourish the heart; (runs from left side of heart then divides into the circumflex and left anterior descending branches)19
4165310043Small Cardiac VeinVein that travels along side the right marginal artery.20

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3615000111aortic arch0
3615000112ascending aorta1
3615000113brachiocephalic trunk2
3615000114great cardiac vein3
3615000115left atrium4
3615000116left atrium5
3615000117left brachiocephalic vein6
3615000118left common carotid artery7
3615000119ligamentum arteriosum8
3615000120left pulmonary artery9
3615000121left pulmonary vein10
3615000122left subclavian artery11
3615000123left ventricle12
3615000124right atrium13
3615000125right brachiocephalic vein14
3615000126right coronary artery15
3615000127right pulmonary artery16
3615000128right pulmonary vein17
3615000129right ventricle18
3615000130superior vena cava19
3615000131thoracic aorta20
3615000132left anterior descending artery21
3615000133circumflex artery22
3615000134left coronary artery23
3615000135fossa ovalis24
3615000136opening of coronary sinus25
3615000137tricuspid valve26
3615000138mitral valve27
3615000139pulmonary valve28
3615000140chordae tendinae29
3615000141papillary muscle30
3615000142aortic valve31
3615000143pulmonary trunk32
3615000144posterior interventricular artery33
3615000145middle cardiac vein34
3615000146coronary sinus35
3615000147small cardiac vein36

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