CV System
What is the cardiovascular system?
Known also as the circulatory system
Delivers oxygen and nutrients to the body and removes waste
Made up of heart and many blood vessels
Heart circulates about 2,000 gallons of blood every day
Veins bring blood to heart
Arteries carry blood away
What are the four main types of cardiovascular disease?
-Coronary
-Strokes and TIAs
-Aortic
-Peripheral
T/F should you regularly meet with professionals to help limit risk of CV disease?
TRUE - one of the best ways to prevent CV disease is to talk to professionals and medical providers, especially for those at high risk of CV disease
T/F: Healthy weight plays a role in a strong cardiovascular system.
True- Obesity can weaken a CV system and lead to an unhealthy heart.
What are the components of the cardiovascular system?
Heart
Blood Vessels
Arteries
Veins
Capillaries
Blood
Red blood cells
White blood cells
Platelets
Plasma
Which CV disease causes pain similar to a heart attack?
Aortic disease
Two main major risk factors of cardiovascular disease?
Non-modifiable and modifiable
List three components of a healthy heart?
Could be as follows:
-Energy
-Restful sleep pattern
-endurance/stamina
-consistent blood pressure
-good heart rate
What is the importance of a healthy cardiovascular system?
-Fewer Chronic Illnesses
-More Energy
-Low Risk
Which CV disease causes arteries to not deliver oxygen-rich blood to the heart?
Coronary heart disease
List three prevention strategies of CV disease.
Could be:
-Healthy Diet
-Quit Smoking
-Physical Activity
-Blood Pressure
-Healthy Weight
-Cholesterol Levels
What does having a healthy CV system lower levels/risks of?
Lowers blood pressure
Lowers triglyceride levels
Raised levels of HDL