Topic 4 - Helping the Heart Flashcards
1
Q
What does leaky valves mean?
A
The blood could flow in the wrong direction
2
Q
What can be done to treat leaky valves?
A
Artificial or animal valves can be inserted in the hear to replace damaged valves
3
Q
Where is the natural pacemaker located?
A
The right atrium
4
Q
What happens if the natural pacemaker does not work correctly?
A
There is an irregular heart rhythm
5
Q
What is an artificial pacemaker?
A
An electrical device that can be fitted in the chest to correct irregularities in the heart rate
6
Q
What can artificial hearts be used for ?
A
- To keep patients alive while waiting for a heart transplant
- Allow the heart to rest as an aid to recovery
7
Q
What is disadvantage of an artificial heart?
A
the person needs drugs to prevent the blood from clotting
