You've Got to have Heart
Diabetes
Cancer
Stop It!
Take a DEEP breath:
100
What is a normal resting heart rate?
60 - 100 beats a minute (Less than 60 can cause syncope and dizziness; greater than 100 can cause pain and palpitations.)
100
What organ produces a hormone called insulin
pancreas (Organ responsible for much of digestion. Affected by alcohol consumption.)
100
Women with average risk should begin mammography screening at what age
What is age 50. (High risk populations receive screening at an earlier age. Screenings are not recommended over age 75.)
100
Name three ways to reduce saturated FAT in meat and poultry
1. Trim all visible fat 7. Select lean cuts of meat 2. Broil rather than fry 3. Remove the skin from chicken before cooking 4. Limit processed meats: sausage, bologna, hot dogs 5. Use a rack to drain off fat; 6. Eat lean or extra lean ground beef
100
A normal blood pressure is
120/80 (Lower blood pressures can be normal; symptoms of dizziness upon standing and poor balance may be present. Higher blood pressures can cause damage to vessels without symptoms, thus, regular check ups are important.)
200
Your heart needs this to survive.
Oxygen (O2 deprivation is what causes the pain. Similar to stroke symptoms; time is of the essence.)
200
Which type of diabetes is the most common? Type 1 or Type 2
Type 2 (Type 1 is always insulin-dependent; younger patients with no pancreatic insulin. Type 2 is genetic, higher association with central obesity, and can be treated with pills; lifestyle changes can be highly effective.)
200
Current recommendations for prostate cancer screening include
Prostate cancer screening is currently not recommended (Rare before age 50; few die before age 60; most die after age 75. Increases risk for unnecessary biopsies with PSA testing)
200
True or False. Most of the salt people consume is added at the table.
False. About 75% of dietary sodium comes from processed food. (Additional sodium can come from hot sauces and other dips as well.)
200
True or False. There is a direct relationship between sodium intake and blood pressure
True (Fluid follows the salt...like a sponge. Edema, or swelling of the ankles and fingers are other symtoms.)
300
A buildup of fat and cholesterol in the coronary arteries is called _______. This slow process is know as atherosclerosis.
plaque (Cholesterol, especially LDL levels, comprise much of these type of lesions. Triglycerides come from dietary sources. HDL levels are protective when greater than 50 mg/dL.
300
What is "pre-diabetes?
The body is having trouble getting your blood sugar numbers down to a healthy range. (Diagnosed by Hemoglobin A1C range; screening based on BMI, genetics, or symptoms.)
300
Name the different ways to get screened for colon cancer
1. Annual stool blood testing 2. Sigmoidoscopy every 5 years 3. Colonoscopy every 10 years (Screening is different from diagnostic. Weight loss and bleeding are 2 reasons to get tested outside of these recommendations.)
300
________ is one of the major CONTROLLABLE risk factors for coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke.
High cholesterol (Dietary sources include fried foods, milks, and cheeses.)
300
What blood pressure reading is defined as high blood pressure
140/90 (Similar to pre-diabetes, pre-hypertension exists and may respond to lifestyle modifications before the need for medications.)
400
Name three (3) heart attack symptoms that WOMEN are more likely to experience.
1. Indigestion; vomiting 2. Jaw, neck, stomach or back pain 3. shortness of breath 4. cold sweat 5. Nausea 6. Lightheadedness (Higher incidence of GI symptoms; vague. Men are more commonly to have chest pain radiating down left arm.)
400
Name five (5) symptoms of untreated high blood sugar
1. blurry vision 7. Extreme fatigue 2. Polydipsia: excessive thirst 8. Weight loss 3. Polyphagia: excessive hunger 4. Polyuria: excessive urination 5. cuts/bruises that are slow to heal 6. Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands/feet
400
______ cancer is the number one cancer killer.
Lung Cancer. (Very common cancer; no effective or recommended means of screening.)
400
Name five (5) ways you can control your blood pressure.
1. Eat a better diet; reduce salt intake 7. If you drink, 2. regular physical activity limit alcohol. 3. maintain a healthy weight 4. manage STRESS! 5. avoid tobacco smoke 6. Take your prescribed medications
400
High blood pressure is called the "Silent Killer" because
There are usually no symptoms (Many patients have "old" heart attacks and "old" strokes diagnosed when they think they are experiencing their first. Routine check ups can identify risks and prolong life.)
500
During a heart attack you should call 911 and stay calm by taking
slow, deep breaths (Aspirin is a good alternative; good learning point here; Oxygen and blood flow.)
500
What is a normal FASTING blood sugar range?
80 - 125mg/dL (High blood sugar causes microvascular and nerve damage. Low sugars can be dangerous as they can cause syncope or dizziness.)
500
Name a resource to find all cancer screening recommendations.
What is the American Cancer Society (ACS) or the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). (All other references adopt from these 2 resources; may differ at times)
500
F.A.S.T. are the warning signs of a stroke. What does the acronym mean?
F: face drooping A: arm weakness S: speech difficulty T: time to call 911
500
High blood pressure damages and scars your_______ (hint: a blood vessel)
Arteries (Once damage sets in, plaques take over and compromise blood flow. It is important to know your numbers to prevent damage, scarring, silent assaults, and compromised quality of life and independent living.)
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