Structural Heart
What is the primary organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?
the heart
What are some preventive measures individuals can take to reduce their risk of heart disease?
Eat a healthy diet, maintain healthy weight, exercise regularly, manage stress, get regular check ups, get enough sleep, stay hydrated.
This life-threatening condition occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. What is it called?
Cardiac arrest
Name three reasons smoking is bad to your heart
Increases blood pressure and heart rate
Damages the lining of the arteries, leading to the buildup of plaque (fatty deposits)
increases inflammation
increases the risk of blood clots
What makes the beating sounds of your heart?
The opening and closing of the heart's valves
Veins carry blood _______ the heart.
towards
what type of exercise is especially effective at improving cardiovascular health?
Aerobic exercise.
How often do people have heart attack in USA?
every 40 seconds
Are men more prone to heart attacks than women?
Which day out of the week do heart attacks happen most often?
Mondays.
Stress hormones are higher in the mornings than at any other point during the day, and Mondays in particular seem to cause people more stress than other days of the week. A rise in blood pressure, plus an increase in heart rate and stress hormones can break pockets of plague and cause blockage to the heart.
How many chambers does the heart have?
4
To eat healthy, you should look for foods that are low in what fats?
saturated fats, or transfats
What is normal blood pressure?
A. 120/80 or lower
B. Between 120/80 and 130/90
C. Between 130/90 and 140/100
D. None of the above
120/80 or lower
If one of your parents had a heart attack before age 50, your risk of having a heart attack is increased by how much?
A.it isn't increased
B. 2 times higher
C. 3 times higher
D. 7 times higher
B. 2 times higher
Laughing is good for your heart.
True or false
True. Studies have shown that your blood vessels relax when you’re laughing, which sends 20% more blood through your body. Relaxed blood vessels mean your heart doesn’t have to work as hard.
about the size of a clenched fist
This mineral, found in foods like bananas and spinach, is important for maintaining a healthy heart rhythm. What is it?
potassium
List three common warning signs of a heart attack.
Chest pain or discomfort, upper body discomfort, shortness of breath
What are some factors that can cause hypertension
- recent caffeine, alcohol, or smoking
- stress or anxiety
- full bladder
- talking while measuring
- too hot or too cold
- incorrect cuff size or placement
- poor sitting posture
Regular aerobic exercise is known to increase high-density lipoprotein (HDL), which is often referred to as the "good" type of cholesterol.
The heart is a powerful muscle that pumps a large amount of blood. Roughly how much blood is pumped out every day in gallons?
2,000 gallons
Which of the following is a good way to cope with stress?
A. Drink a lot of coffee
B. Sleep a lot
C. Write in a journal
D. Treat yourself to chips and candy
E .Drink some alcohol
C. Writing in a journal helps you to think about your feelings and work through your stress.
What is a heart attack warning sign unique to women?
Unexplained disturbance in sleep
Why is weight important for maintaining heart health?
Aspirin is often recommended for heart health due to its ability to prevent this (blank).
Blood clot