Cardiovascular — ECG/EKG Terminology

Definition: The circulatory system comprising the heart and blood vessels which carries nutrients and oxygen to the tissues and removes carbon dioxide and other wastes.

Key Facts

• Refers to combined heart and blood vessel physiology.
• Cardiovascular function determines organ perfusion and oxygen delivery.
• Electrical and mechanical cardiac abnormalities can rapidly affect systemic circulation.

ECG Connection: ECG provides electrical insight but must be interpreted within full cardiovascular status.

Why It Matters: Telemetry interpretation is strongest when combined with vital signs and perfusion assessment.