Basics of the Heart
How many chambers does the heart have?
4.
What is the medical term for weakened heart muscle?
Cardiomyopathy
What is the upper chamber of the heart called?
Atrium.
What does CHD stand for?
Congenital Heart Disease
What is the heart's main function?
To pump blood through the body, deliver nutrients, and oxygen.
Which disease is the buildup of plaque in your arteries?
Coronary Artery Disease
Which chamber of the heart receives blood from the lungs?
Left atrium
True or False
Is Arrhythmia a condition that causes abnormal beating in the heart?
True
What are three reasons that cause heart disease?
Family history, lack of exercise, poor diet.