The Human HeartBy Antonio R. Marino

Introduction Imagine you are at a family celebration or special event and you or a loved one collapse of a heart attack. • Would you know what to do? • Would your life be altered by this horrific event? • Would you be upset knowing that it could have been prevented? • Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United

States?• According to the Centers for Disease Control nearly 600,000 Americans die

of heart disease each year.

Main Purpose of TodayTo inform you about the human heart. 1. The primary function of the heart

1. To pump oxygenated blood and nutrients to the rest of the body

2. The way the heart works1. Electrical current is sent through the heart causing it to contract.

3. The way the heart survives 1. Uninterrupted electrical current and free flowing Oxygen enriched blood.

4. The way the heart dies. 1. Interrupted electrical current and lack of oxygenated blood flow.

Anatomy of the Heart

How it Pumps

Blood Flow

Heart Disease

• Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors– Arteriosclerosis(hardening or narrowing of the arteries)1. Heredity, Family history(can’t change it)2. High cholesterol3. Tobacco use4. Obesity5. High blood pressure (hypertension)6. Diabetes (High Blood Glucose)7. Lack of regular exercise8. Emotional stress

Symptoms of Heart Disease

• Unexpected cardiac arrest (heart stops or enters Ventricular Fibrillation)

• Most people exhibit some symptom-usually occur during exercise or activity

• More common symptoms of heart disease include 1. Chest pain2. Shortness of breath3. Jaw pain, back pain, or arm pain, especially on left side,

Palpitations (a sensation of rapid or very strong heart beats in your chest)

4. Dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting5. Weakness on exertion or at rest6. Irregular heartbeat

Medical Interventions• Anticoagulants (Blood thinners ,aspirin, Coumadin, Plavix)

• Clot Buster Medication (TPA)• Angioplasty (Balloon to open clogs)

• Stents (medicated insert, placed in affected areas)

• Coronary Bypass ( constructed Coronary arteries and attached to by-pass diseased coronary arteries and resupply blood to muscle)

• Pacemaker (Artificial electric signal)

• Internal Defibrillator (insurance against Cardiac arrest)

Keys to a Healthy HeartKnow your Risk Factors

• Heredity, Family history(can’t change it)• Control cholesterol• Don’t use Tobacco products• Exercise and eat low fat Diet• Control High blood pressure (hypertension)• Control Diabetes (High Blood Glucose)• Avoid emotional stress

Conclusion• The hearts main function is to supply the entire body with oxygenated

blood and nutrients.• Heart Disease is the leading cause of death among Americans. Killing

Nearly 600,000 annually. “ If your heart is sick it can’t perform it’s job.”• A Good diet and regular exercise is the key to a healthier heart.

Hopefully the information provided here today brings you closer to a healthier heart.

For additional information on the human heart visit the American Heart Association website http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/

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