Blood Vessels
"______" Carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body
Arteries
The upper chamber where blood enters the ventricles of the heart
Atrium
What is heart disease?
When something is wrong with your heart
What is the medical emergency called when the blood flow is stopped to the heart?
Heart Attack
Veins
The "_______" is the main organ of the circulatory system and is responsible for circulating the blood.
Heart
What is a common symptom of heart disease?
Chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, irregular heart beat, etc.
What is the function/purpose of CPR?
To maintain blood flow around the body
These are tiny blood vessels that connect arteries to veins.
Capillaries
What is BPM short for?
Beats per minute
What types of food can cause heart disease?
High saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt and sugar.
What is the name of the medical emergency when the heart stops beating properly?
Cardiac Arrest
This is the largest blood vessel that carries blood away from your heart.
Aorta
What two parts is your heart separated into?
Left and right side
This type of heart disease occurs when the force of blood against the walls of your blood vessels is too high.
High blood pressure.
Performing CPR can prevent "____" damage
Brain Damage
The movement of blood throughout a system is called"_________".
Circulation
Your heart beats approx this much per day
100,000 times per day
This product damages your heart and blood vessels.
Nicotine/Smoking
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation