Heart Basics
What does the heart’s main job do?
To pump blood throughout the body
What does “CVD” stand for?
Cardiovascular Disease
What organ does cholesterol build up in?
Arteries
One warning sign of a heart attack is pain where?
In the chest
What is the first thing you do before starting CPR?
Check that the scene is safe
What does blood carry that our body needs?
Oxygen and nutrients
Name one major type of CVD we learned about.
Heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure
Is cholesterol always bad?
No, your body needs some
Trouble speaking or one side of the face drooping is a sign of what?
A stroke
What number do you call or have someone else call in an emergency?
911
What is the name of the tubes that carry blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What is high blood pressure also called?
Hypertension
Too much cholesterol can cause what problem?
Blocked or clogged arteries, leading to atherosclerosis
What does F.A.S.T stand for?
Face drooping
Arm Weakness
Slurred Speech
Time to call 911
How many chest compressions do you do before giving breaths?
30 compressions
What is the name of the tubes that bring blood back to the heart?
Veins
A stroke happens when the blood supply to what organ is blocked?
The brain
Give one risk factor that can raise blood pressure.
Poor diet, lack of exercise, stress, or family history
Name one symptom that both heart attacks and strokes can share.
Trouble breathing, dizziness, nausea, or sudden weakness
What is the correct rate of compressions per minute?
100-120 bpm
Where does blood enter the heart, and where does it exit?
Blood enters the heart through the atriums and exits through the ventricles
What can happen to arteries if you have high blood pressure for a long time?
They can weaken, narrow, or get damaged
What can happen when arteries get narrow from cholesterol buildup?
Blood flow becomes limited and can lead to a heart attack or stroke
Why is getting help quickly important during a heart attack or stroke?
The longer you wait, the more damage happens to the heart or brain - could lead to death
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator