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BME 102 HEALTH TECHNOLOGY AND HUMAN SYSTEM: MAN AS A LIVING MACHINE Objective Question

Question

In the Cardiovascular System, which key engineering parameter is calculated as Heart Rate × Stroke Volume, normally 5 L/min at rest?
Options
A Blood Pressure
B Total Peripheral Resistance
C Cardiac Output
Correct Answer
D Blood Flow
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 3, under 'Key engineering parameters' for The Cardiovascular System, defines 'Cardiac Output: CO = Heart Rate × Stroke Volume. Normal: 5 L/min at rest.'

Hint

This is a direct definition of a specific cardiovascular parameter.

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