Causes and Risk Factors
What is the most common cause of a heart attack?
Blockage of arteries due to plaque buildup, also called atherosclerosis.
What is the most common symptom of a heart attack?
Chest pain or discomfort
Name one way to lower your risk of a heart attack
Eat healthy, exercise, quit smoking, manage stress
What should you do first if you think someone is having a heart attack?
Call help immediately
True or False: Heart attacks only happen to older adults.
False. They can happen at any age.
Name two risk factors for a heart attack.
Smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, lack of exercise
Name one symptom of a heart attack that is more common in women than in men.
Nausea, shortness of breath, or fatigue
What type of diet is best for heart health?
A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins
What medication can help prevent blood clots during a heart attack?
Aspirin
What month is international heart month?
February
What is the medical term for reduced blood flow to the heart?
Ischemia
True or False: A heart attack always causes severe chest pain
False. Some heart attacks have mild or no pain
True or False: Regular exercise can help prevent heart attacks.
True
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
True or False: Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide.
True
What type of cholesterol is considered "bad" and can lead to heart attacks?
LDL – (Low-Density Lipoprotein)
What part of the body may feel pain besides the chest during a heart attack?
Arms, jaw, back, or neck
How does smoking increase heart attack risk?
It damages blood vessels and increases plaque buildup.
What emergency treatment uses an electric shock to restart the heart?
Defibrillation
What does the acronym "FAST" stand for in recognizing stroke symptoms?
Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call help
What is a silent heart attack?
A heart attack with mild or no symptoms, often unnoticed.
What symptom often feels like heartburn but could be a heart attack?
Indigestion or acid reflux-like pain
What is the recommended blood pressure level to lower heart attack risk?
Below 120/80 mmHg
Name one procedure doctors use to open blocked arteries.
Angioplasty or coronary bypass surgery.
What percentage of heart attacks are fatal?
About 12% to 15%, depending on severity and treatment time.