Physical Activity Flashcards
Activity Reduces Risk of
x9
heart disease high blood pressure Diabetes Cancer Depression Early death Coronary heart disease Stroke Falls
Factors positively associated with adult physical activity include
Postsecondary edu & Higher income Enjoyment/Expectation/Self-efficacy History of activity Social support Scenery, Safety & Facilities Arthritis, Osteoporosis, and Chronic Back Conditions Cancer Diabetes
Factors negatively associated with adult physical activity
Advancing age Low income Lack of time Low motivation/Perception of Effort Rural residency Overweight or obesity Perception of poor health Being disabled
Key Guidelines for Adults
Move>Sit
aerobic 150 - 300 minutes/week moderate activity
75 - 150 vigorous Or equivalent/week (Additional benefits with more)
Moderate all major muscle Strength exercise 2x a week
Key Guidelines for Older Adults
multicomponent physical activity = balance training + aerobic strength
physical activity relative to fitness.
Understand how conditions affect safety of activity
& be as physically active as their abilities and conditions allow.
Key Guidelines for Women During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
> 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic
Vigorous based on pre-pregnancy
Healthcare provider consults how to adjust their physical activity during pregnancy and after the baby is born.
Key Guidelines for Adults with Chronic Health Conditions and Adults with Disabilities
aerobic 150 - 300 moderate
75 - 150 vigorous Or equivalent
Moderate all major muscle Strength exercise 2x a week
Avoid inactivity
Consult Health Care Provider for appropriate type/amount for their abilities/conditions
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
plaque buildup in the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the heart (called coronary arteries)
atherosclerosis
The clogging or hardening of arteries or blood vessels caused by plaques (accumulations of fatty deposits, usually cholesterol).
Diagnosing CAD
ECD of EKG Echocardiogram Exercise Stress Test Chest X-Ray Cardiac Catheterization Coronary Angiogram
CAD Risk Factors x10
blood pressure cholesterol, Diabetes & sugar levels. overweight, physical inactivity, unhealthy eating, smoking Alcohol >1 W >2 M family history of heart disease Risk greater with age Race White & Black > Asian, Hispanic, PI
Reduce your Risk for CAD x5
lower sodium, lower fat - diet increasing physical activity quitting smoking. Medications to treat risk factors - high cholesterol, high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat, and low blood flow. Surgical procedures
Symptoms of a Heart Attack
Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back. Feeling weak, light-headed, or faint. Chest pain or discomfort. Pain or discomfort in arms or shoulder. Shortness of breath.
Other - esp women = tired, nausea, & vommiting
Stroke
Lack of blood flow to the brain. This causes brain tissue to become damaged or die due to lack of oxygen
ischemic stroke
Stroke due to blockage
