The Cardiovascular System

Lesson Overview

• The Cardiovascular System Part 1/2
• The Cardiovascular System Part 2/2

Course Overview

The Cardiovascular (CV) system is designed to transport nutrients and oxygen through the blood vessels to all parts of the body and return deoxygenated blood back to the lungs. This course will provide an overview of basic anatomy and functioning of the CV system.

After completion of this course, you will:

• Understand the basic functions of the CV system
• Be able to identify changes in body function that must be reported to a supervisor
• Identify common disease conditions associated with the CV system