Cardiovascular system Katherine Barcelo Jasmine Devers Brie Rothwell Melanie Korsgaard
Heart attack Info: Coronary artery clogged Loss of blood supply to heart tissue More then 610 thousand death’s per year (U.S) Chest pain, back, arms, neck and jaw Rapid heart beat SOB Treatment: Surgery Medication
Cardiomyopathy Info: Dilated ventricle Abnormal heart muscle Gives difficulty pumping blood Over time the heart cant cope with the human needs Treatment: Medication Surgery Lifestyle changes
Heart failure Info: Muscles don’t pump blood Over time the heart cant cope with the human needs Doesn't mean heart cant pump blood Treatment: Medication Healthy weight Physical activities
Hypertension Info: High blood pressure Feel light headed/dizzy Pressure in chest area Treatment: Medication
Sudden cardiac death Info: Hearts electrical signals become non stable Heart stops effectively pumping blood Death can occur within minutes Treatment: CPR and AED use to restore normal heart rate Possible resuscitation
Stroke Info: Clot or burst vessel in the brain Disabilities, such as paralyzation, difficulty with speech and walking Treatment: No treatment Medication (hope for the best)