Upon completion of this learning program, you will be able to::

• Describe the functions of blood components.
• Explain the processes of the cardiac cycle.
• Describe the factors affecting cardiac output.
• Outline the circulatory routes of the body.
• Describe the factors affecting blood pressure and blood flow.
• List the different types of circulatory shock.

1. Welcome
   1. Disclaimer
   2. Introduction
   3. Learning Objectives
2. The Blood
   1. Blood Function
   2. Progress Check
   3. Blood Components
   4. Progress Check
   5. Blood Cell Formation
   6. Hemostasis
   7. Progress Check
   8. Section Summary
3. The Heart
   1. The Cardiac Cycle
   2. Progress Check
   3. The Conduction System
   4. The Electrocardiogram
   5. Progress Check
   6. Cardiac Output
   7. Regulating Cardiac Output
   8. Stroke Volume
   9. Section Summary
4. The Blood Vessels
   1. Paths of Circulation
   2. Progress Check
   3. Hemodynamics
   4. Venous Return
   5. Progress Check
   6. Blood Pressure
   7. Blood Pressure Regulation
   8. Shock
   9. Progress Check
   10. Section Summary
5. Test Your Acquired Knowledge
   1. Summary
   2. Final Assessment
6. End of Program
7. Glossary
8. References