Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Pathophysiology of Cardiac Performance01:29

Pathophysiology of Cardiac Performance

674
Typical heart performance is influenced by heart rate, rhythm, myocardial contraction, and metabolism or blood flow. The cardiac muscle exhibits distinct electrophysiological features, including pacemaker activity and calcium channel control, which play a vital role in the heart's response to various drugs. The autonomic nervous system, comprising the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches, regulates heart rate. Sympathetic activation increases heart rate, while parasympathetic activation...
674
Pulse amplitude and quality01:17

Pulse amplitude and quality

1.8K
Pulse amplitude is a crucial indicator of cardiac health because it provides valuable insights into the strength of left ventricular contractions and the overall uniformity of blood circulation within the vasculature. The strength of the pulse is directly related to the force with which the heart contracts and the volume of blood being pumped.
A weak or absent pulse may indicate reduced cardiac output or poor left ventricular contraction, which can be signs of cardiovascular dysfunction or...
1.8K
Positron Emission Tomography01:29

Positron Emission Tomography

4.2K
Positron emission tomography (PET) is a medical imaging technique involving radiopharmaceuticals — substances that emit short-lived radiation. Although the first PET scanner was introduced in 1961, it took 15 more years before radiopharmaceuticals were combined with the technique and revolutionized its potential.
One of the main requirements of a PET scan is a positron-emitting radioisotope, which is produced in a cyclotron and then attached to a substance used by the part of the body...
4.2K
Electrocardiogram01:29

Electrocardiogram

2.4K
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a critical diagnostic tool that records the electrical signals produced by the heart during each heartbeat. This recording is achieved through electrodes placed strategically on the arms, legs, and chest. The electrocardiograph amplifies these signals and produces 12 distinct tracings, offering a comprehensive understanding of the heart's electrical activity.
Three major waveforms are present in a typical ECG recording: the P wave, the QRS complex, and...
2.4K
Exercise and Muscle Performance01:27

Exercise and Muscle Performance

1.5K
Exercise induces a range of adaptations in muscle tissue, depending on the type and duration of activity. Such physical training can be broadly categorized into two types: endurance exercises and resistance exercises.
Endurance exercises
Endurance exercises involve running, swimming, or cycling, which require repetitive movements with low force output. When a person engages in endurance exercise, a few noticeable changes occur in their skeletal muscles. For instance, the number of capillaries...
1.5K
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System I:Echocardiography01:17

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System I:Echocardiography

337
Cardiac imaging studies encompass a wide range of noninvasive and minimally invasive techniques designed to visualize the heart's structure and function in detail. One such technique is echocardiography, which uses high-frequency ultrasound waves to produce detailed images of the heart, known as echocardiograms.
Indications: Echocardiography is utilized to diagnose heart failure, valve disorders, and myocardial infarction. It also assesses cardiac structures' size, shape, and motion,...
337

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Prehabilitation in lung cancer patients undergoing lung resection surgery (Fit4LungNeo): study protocol.

Contemporary clinical trials communications·2026
Same author

Cystatin-C Versus Creatinine and Kidney Function in Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction: A SOGALDI-PEF Analysis.

The American journal of cardiology·2026
Same author

Renin, Aldosterone, and Treatment Response to Dapagliflozin, Spironolactone, and Their Combination: An Analysis From SOGALDI-PEF.

JACC. Heart failure·2026
Same author

The Potential Role of SGLT2 Inhibitors in Cushing's Disease.

Diabetes, obesity & metabolism·2026
Same author

Outcomes of Aortic Valve Repair: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Using Reconstructed Individual Patient Data.

Innovations (Philadelphia, Pa.)·2026
Same author

Gravity Water Waves over Constant Vorticity Flows: From Laminar Flows to Touching Waves.

Water waves (Cham, Switzerland)·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 9, 2025

Mechanical Ventilation Boot Camp Curriculum
07:36

Mechanical Ventilation Boot Camp Curriculum

Published on: March 12, 2018

10.2K

Digital flashcards and medical physiology performance: a dose-dependent effect.

Diogo Santos-Ferreira1,2, Bruno Guimarães3, Ricardo Ladeiras-Lopes1

  • 1UnIC@RISE, Department of Surgery and Physiology, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, Porto, Portugal.

Advances in Physiology Education
|November 30, 2023
PubMed
Summary

Digital flashcards significantly improve medical student grades in physiology. Increased use of flashcards showed a dose-dependent positive effect on both locomotor and cardiovascular physiology exam scores.

Keywords:
active recallflashcardsphysiologyself-assessmentspaced repetition

More Related Videos

Bridging the Technology Divide in the COVID-19 Era: Using Virtual Outreach to Expose Middle and High School Students to Imaging Technology
09:55

Bridging the Technology Divide in the COVID-19 Era: Using Virtual Outreach to Expose Middle and High School Students to Imaging Technology

Published on: September 28, 2022

1.7K
The Dyspepsia Educational Tool As a Novel Aid in Dyspepsia Management
06:40

The Dyspepsia Educational Tool As a Novel Aid in Dyspepsia Management

Published on: June 29, 2019

6.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 9, 2025

Mechanical Ventilation Boot Camp Curriculum
07:36

Mechanical Ventilation Boot Camp Curriculum

Published on: March 12, 2018

10.2K
Bridging the Technology Divide in the COVID-19 Era: Using Virtual Outreach to Expose Middle and High School Students to Imaging Technology
09:55

Bridging the Technology Divide in the COVID-19 Era: Using Virtual Outreach to Expose Middle and High School Students to Imaging Technology

Published on: September 28, 2022

1.7K
The Dyspepsia Educational Tool As a Novel Aid in Dyspepsia Management
06:40

The Dyspepsia Educational Tool As a Novel Aid in Dyspepsia Management

Published on: June 29, 2019

6.7K

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Physiology
  • Educational Technology

Background:

  • Digital flashcards leverage active recall, spaced repetition, and self-assessment.
  • Understanding the impact of digital flashcards on academic performance in physiology is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between digital flashcard use and grades in medical locomotor (LP) and cardiovascular physiology (CP).
  • To determine if there is a dose-dependent effect of flashcard study on student performance.

Main Methods:

  • A single-faculty cohort study involving medical students.
  • Analysis of exam results from 2019 and 2021, correlating grades with the number of digital flashcards reviewed.
  • Exploratory and confirmatory analyses using multiple linear regression models.

Main Results:

  • Flashcard users achieved higher median grades in both LP and CP.
  • A positive correlation was observed between the number of flashcards reviewed and exam grades (r = 0.239 to 0.432).
  • A dose-dependent association was confirmed: more flashcards studied led to higher scores, with significant increases per 100 LP or 1000 CP cards.

Conclusions:

  • Digital flashcard revision demonstrates a consistent, positive, dose-dependent association with improved physiology grades.
  • Flashcard-based learning is a feasible and highly adhered-to strategy for promoting effective study habits.
  • Findings are consistent across different physiology subjects, student cohorts, and timeframes.