CAD, Heart Disease And Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
What is the job of coronary arteries and what is coronary artery disease?
A
Coronary arteries supply the heart muscle with blood.
Buildup of materials in the arteries reduces blood flow to the heart muscle.
2
Q
What are risk factors of coronary heart disease?
A
- stress
- high blood pressure
- high cholesterol
- poor diet
- lack of excersise
- smoking
- diabetes
- obesity
3
Q
What are signs and symptoms of a heart attack?
A
Pale
Anxious
Shortness of breath
Sweating
Indigestion
Tightness
Overall Weakness
Nauseous
4
Q
What do people with a heart attack do?
A
They are in denial; 50% victims have symptoms and don’t do anything (they die within 2 hours)
5
Q
What are symptoms of a stroke?
A
- headache
- difficulty swallowing and speaking
- sweating
- droopy face
- weakness or paralysis
- dizzy
- tingling
- blurry eyes
6
Q
What does FAST stand for?
A
Face
Arms
Speech
Time
7
Q
What is the treatment for stroke?
A
- hazards
- call 911
- Position the person
- Loosen clothing
- Talk to the person
