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Cardiovascular Physiological Response

Meaning

Cardiovascular physiological response refers to the immediate and adaptive changes in the heart and blood vessel system prompted by internal or external stimuli, such as exercise, stress, or hormonal fluctuations. This response encompasses alterations in heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output, and peripheral vascular resistance to maintain systemic homeostasis. Clinically, evaluating this response provides critical insight into the functional capacity and regulatory health of the autonomic nervous and endocrine systems. A robust and appropriate response is a hallmark of cardiovascular resilience and optimal health.