Cardiology I – A Review of Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology
by Cwanza A. Pinckney, M.D.
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Table of Contents
- Course Home
- Objectives
- Matching Exercise
- Introduction
- Anatomy: The Heart
- Anatomy: The Vessels
- Physiology: Introduction
- Physiology: Review of Circulation
- Physiology: The Cardiac Cycle
- Physiology: Innervation of the Heart
- Cardiac Electrophysiology: Introduction
- Cardiac Electrophysiology: Electrolytes
- Cardiac Electrophysiology: The Cardiac Conduction System
- Sample Cases
- Case 1: Cardiac Tamponade
- Figure 1: Assessment
- Figure 2: Management
- Case 2: Cocaine Overdose
- Figure 3: Assessment
- Figure 4: Management
- Case 3: Hemorrhagic Shock
- Figure 5: Assessment
- Figure 6: Management
- Conclusion
- References
- Bibliography
Conclusion
The cardiovascular system is one of the most complex and durable organ systems in the human body. Due to the considerable complexity of this organ system, it is easy to get bogged down with the intricate details of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. This can make it difficult to rapidly and accurately identify what may be wrong with your patients. However, understanding that the cardiovascular system, in its most basic form, consists of a pump (the heart) that transports blood (the vehicle) through a series of highways (the vessels) can help you conceptualize problems that may arise.
The purpose of this course was to add to your knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, so that you can quickly identify, assess, and determine the appropriate management and disposition of a patient suffering from cardiovascular-related emergencies. In addition, this course attempted to provide you with information that will assist you in being able to convey more information to the emergency department staff and, ultimately, provide an even higher quality of care to your patients.