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what prevents eversion of atrioventricular heart valves during ventricular contraction?
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chordae tendineae which attach to valve and paillary muscle
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what is the oxygen staturation range after gas exchange in a capillary bed?
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50-80%
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describe the changes in blood flow and pressure as it progresses through the venus return to the heart?
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pressure drops and flow rate increases
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compare the blood pressure in pulmonary circulation with that of systemic circulation?
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about 1/7 that of systemic circulation
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what is the typical oxygen saturation ofter gas exchange in pulmonary capillaries?
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94-98%
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how much of the total blood volume is contained in the pulmonary circulation at any one time?
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12%, 3% in arteries and arterioles, 4% in capillaries, and 5% in venules and veins
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