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Pulse wave is caused by_________?

Correct answer: C. Systole of the Left ventricle

  • A. Systole of the Atria
  • B. Diastole of the Arteria
  • C. Systole of the Left ventricle
  • D. Systole of the Right VentricleStream History Documentaries

Explanation

The pulse wave is generated when ventricular systole forces blood into the arteries, chiefly from contraction of the left ventricle. Atrial systole contributes little to the palpable arterial pulse.

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