What This Document Is
This document is a study guide for Week Three of Chamberlain University’s BIO 255: Anatomy and Physiology III, specifically focusing on the cardiovascular system and blood vessels. It outlines learning objectives, provides a brief introduction to key concepts, and details assignments related to blood vessel structure, function, and circulatory pathways.
Why This Document Matters
This guide is essential for students enrolled in BIO 255 who are preparing to learn about the intricacies of blood circulation. It’s used as a roadmap for completing assigned work within the Anatomy.TV platform and a framework for understanding the lab report requirements. Successful completion of this week’s material is foundational for comprehending more complex cardiovascular physiology later in the course.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This guide does *not* provide in-depth explanations of cardiovascular concepts. It serves as a navigational tool and a preview of expectations, but relies heavily on student engagement with the Anatomy.TV resources and independent study. It won’t substitute for a thorough understanding of anatomical structures or physiological processes.
What This Document Provides
This guide includes:
* Clearly stated learning objectives for the week.
* An overview of the topics covered: blood vessel structure (arteries, veins, capillaries), factors influencing blood flow and pressure, shock, and circulatory pathways (pulmonary and systemic).
* Specific instructions for accessing and navigating the Anatomy.TV platform for assigned activities in the Blood Vessels, Blood Flow and Pressure, Circulatory Pathways, Vessels of the Trunk, Vessels of the Head and Neck, and Vessels of the Limbs sections.
* The purpose and procedure for the blood vessel lab report.
* A chart outlining the description and function of large arteries, medium arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and medium veins.
* Identification of the three major layers of blood vessel walls and the four parts of the aorta.
* Location of the origin of the left and right coronary arteries.
