Everything that drives the heart's output — and the formula every exam loves. A rapid, high-yield review of cardiac output & hemodynamics for medical students and exam candidates.
In this episode: • CO = HR × SV → foundation of hemodynamics • Fick principle → oxygen consumption • MAP = CO × TPR • Preload = stretch · Afterload = resistance • Pulse pressure = systolic − diastolic
Exam pearl: CO = HR × SV — know what raises / lowers each