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Location, size, and position of the heart
1. triangular organ located in mediastinum with two thirds of the mass to the left of the body midline and one third to the right; the apex on the diaphragm; shape and size of a closed fist.
2. cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)- the heart lies between the sternum in front and the bodies of the thoracic vertebrae behind; rhythmic compression of the heart between the sternum and vertebrae can maintain blood flow during cardiac arrest; if combined with artificial respiration procedure, it can be lifesaving
Hepatic portal circulation
1. unique blood route through the liver
b. vein (hepatic portal vein) exists between two capillary beds
c. assists with homeostasis of blood glucose levels
Fetal circulation
1. Refers to circulation befor ebirth
2. modifications required for fetus to efficiently secure oxygen and nutrients from the maternal blood
c. unique structures include the placenta, umbilical arteries and vein, ductus venosus, ductus arteriosus, and foramen ovale
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