The Cardiovascular System

Cardiovascular System
Structure
<Tab/>lies within thorax b/w lungs in the mediastinal space
<Tab/>beating is palpable @ 5th intercostals space, approx 2 in. left of midline
<Tab/>this pulsation (arising at the apex of the heart) is termed point of maximal impulse.
<Tab/>Endocardium = thin, inner lining/layer
<Tab/>Myocardium = layer of muscle
<Tab/>Epicardium = fibrous, outer layer
<Tab/>Heart is surrounded by…