How The Heart Pumps Blood
What do the veins do?
The veins carry oxygen poor blood to the heart.
Why does a heart attack happen?
It happens when a part of the heart muscle doesn’t get enough blood.
What symptoms do people with strokes have?
Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body.
Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech.
Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes.
Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, or lack of coordination.
Sudden severe headache with no known cause.
Bradycardia
Slow heart rate
What role does the left vertical play?
It pumps blood into the aorta.
What is another word for heart attack?
Another word for heart attack is myocardial infarction.
How can you prevent a stroke?
You may be able to prevent stroke or lower your chances of having a stroke. By making healthy choices and controlling any health conditions you may have.
Endocarditis
Inflammation inside the heart
What is the 3rd step of the process used to pump blood?
Right Ventricle
What should you do when you see someone get a heart attack?
Call 911
Test them by asking them to smile and say a simple word.
What fraction of people have strokes?
1/6
Cardiomegaly
An enlarged heart
What are the four chambers of the heart?
Right Atrium, Left Atrium, Right Ventricle, Left Ventricle
The major symptoms of a heart attack are?
Chest pain or discomfort.
Feeling weak, light-headed, or faint.
Pain or discomfort in one or both arms or shoulders.
Shortness of breath
What is act F.A.S.T?
F- Facial muscle weakness: Ask the person to smile.
A- Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms.
S- Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase.
T-Time: If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.
Myocarditis
Inflammation of the heart muscle
It receives blood from the right atrium and pumps it into the lungs.
What tests are done to see if you have a heart attack?
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is an important test in suspecting if you have a heart attack.
It is important to call 911 to get an ambulance why?
Do not drive to the hospital or let someone else drive you. Call an ambulance so that medical personnel can begin life-saving treatment on the way to the emergency room.
(This is not really a question for medical terminology) How much does an adult heart beat in a day?