Basic Heart Facts
What is the main function of the heart?
To pump blood throughout the body
What is the term for a blocked blood vessel in the heart?
Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
Does smoking increase or decrease heart disease risk?
Increase
How many minutes of exercise are recommended per day?
30 minutes
What is CPR used for?
To restart heart/breathing
How many chambers does the heart have?
4
What happens during a stroke?
Blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted
Name one lifestyle risk factor for heart disease.
Poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, etc.
Name one heart-healthy food.
Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish
What device gives an electric shock to restore heart rhythm?
Defibrillator (AED)
What are the two upper chambers called?
Atria
What disease involves plaque buildup in arteries?
Atherosclerosis
What condition involving high sugar increases heart disease risk?
Diabetes
What nutrient should be limited to reduce blood pressure?
Sodium/Salt
What is a procedure to open blocked arteries using a balloon?
Angioplasty
What carries oxygen-rich blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What is high blood pressure also called?
Hypertension
What type of cholesterol is considered “bad”?
LDL cholesterol
What habit helps reduce stress and protect the heart?
Exercise, sleep
What surgery reroutes blood around blocked arteries?
Bypass surgery
What valve prevents backflow between the left atrium and left ventricle?
Mitral (bicuspid) valve
What condition causes the heart to beat irregularly?
Arrhythmia
What is one non-changeable risk factor?
Age, genetics, family history
What type of fats are healthier for your heart?
Unsaturated fats
What machine can take over heart and lung function during surgery?
Heart-lung machine