True/False
T/F: Anyone can do CPR.
True
RPE stands for...
Rate of Perceived Exertion
Where should you place your hands for CPR?
Sternum
What is the basic function of the heart?
To pump blood to the rest of the body
What does CABG stand for?
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
T/F: You should not do any exercise for 4-6 weeks after your procedure
False - Exercise is a vital part of recovery in the initial weeks following surgery.
What is the formula to calculate your heart rate? Hint: counting to...
Count the beats for 10 seconds and multiply by 6
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
How many chambers are in the heart?
4
What are the two most common procedures to treat coronary artery disease?
Stent, CABG
TAVR/TAVI and Mitral Clip procedures are major, "open-heart" procedures with very long recovery timelines.
False - these are minimally invasive procedures will shorter recovery times than typical open-heart procedures.
Where are two places you can check for your pulse?
Wrist & Neck
What is the purpose of CPR?
Circulate blood flow to the brain and body.
Which ventricle pumps blood to the lungs?
Right ventricle
Once implanted, which device will deliver a shock if a dangerous heart rhythm occurs: Pacemaker or ICD?
ICD (Implantable cardioverter defibrillator)
T/F: The heart pumps an approximately 2000 gallons of blood per day.
True - 1.5 gallons/minute on average
You, as heart patients, should be aiming for an RPE of...
11-14
How many compressions should you give per minute?
100-120 compressions/minute
What is the natural "pacemaker" of the heart called?
Hint: _____ Node
Sinoatrial (SA) node
What are the two main types of heart valve replacement?
Hint: Think material (oink/click click)
Mechanical, Tissue