Diseases
What is cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels
Do veins carry blood towards or away from the heart?
Toward
Do arteries carry blood towards or away from the heart?
Away
What is circulation?
The flow of fluid, especially blood, through the tissues of an organism to allow for the transport and exchange of blood gases, nutrients, and waste products
How many numbers are in a blood pressure reading?
2 numbers! The systolic (top) and diastolic (bottom)
What are some risk factors for cardiovascular disease?
Risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, diabetes, and lack of exercise
What do veins do for the body?
Carry deoxygenated blood from the body to the heart
What do arteries do for the body?
They carry oxygen rich blood away from the heart
What is the main organ responsible for blood circulation?
The heart
How is blood pressure measured?
Blood pressure is measured by using a blood pressure cuff on your upper arm to measure the force of the blood against your artery walls
How can you help prevent cardiovascular disease?
You can help prevent cardiovascular disease by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, and exercising regularly
What color do veins typically appear on your skin?
Blue, green, or sometimes purple
What's the largest artery in the human body?
The aorta
What are some factors that can affect circulation?
Exercise, body position, temperature, and dehydration
What can you do to lower your blood pressure?
Eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, maintain a healthy weight, limit salt intake, manage stress
How can you treat cardiovascular disease?
Treatments for CVD include medications, exercise, and lifestyle changes
Can you name a large vein in your neck?
Jugular vein
What are the carotid arteries responsible for supplying blood to?
The brain
How many chambers does the heart have?
4
What are the two numbers in a blood pressure reading called?
Systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number)
What are some common types of cardiovascular diseases?
Coronary artery disease (CAD): Narrowing or blockage of the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
Heart attack: When a blood vessel in the heart becomes completely blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
Stroke: When a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked or bursts, leading to brain damage.
Heart failure: When the heart muscle becomes weakened and cannot pump blood effectively.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD): Blockage of arteries in the legs, arms, or other extremities.
Arrhythmias: Irregular heart rhythms.
Compared to arteries, are veins generally closer to or further from the skin surface?
Closer to the skin surface
How do you generally describe the pressure of blood in arteries compared to veins?
Higher pressure in arteries
How does blood pressure relate to circulation?
High blood pressure indicates strong blood flow, while low blood pressure indicates weak blood flow
Is 132/82 a normal reading?
No, this is high blood pressure or hypertension