Cardiovascular and Stroke Emergencies

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What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease?

Plaque formation on the inner lining of arteries (correct)

Inadequate blood flow to the affected body organ

Damaged blood vessels

Lack of oxygen supply to the heart

What is the leading cause of death in Americans annually?

Heart diseases (correct)

Diabetes

Cancer

Stroke

What is the name of the condition characterized by pain in the chest?

Myocardial infarction

Coronary artery disease

Cardiac arrest

Angina pectoris (correct)

What happens to the blood flow to the heart as a result of coronary artery disease?

It becomes occluded Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step a First Aid provider should take when dealing with a patient with chest pain?

Consider the patient as having a serious heart emergency until proven otherwise Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between stable and unstable angina?

The symptoms of the two types are often similar Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the learning objectives in Part 1?

To describe the prevention methods of cardiac diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary topic of discussion in Part 2?

Stroke and its prevention Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the learning objectives in Part 1 and Part 2?

Part 1 focuses on coronary artery disease, while Part 2 focuses on stroke Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the appendix in the provided content?

To discuss cardiac emergencies and stroke during COVID-19 Signup and view all the answers

What is the common goal of the learning objectives in both Part 1 and Part 2?

To describe the prevention methods of cardiac diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?

Diseases to coronary arteries Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of coronary arteries?

To provide oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of low oxygen supply to the heart muscle?

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a condition where the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen?

Ischemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of first aid care for Myocardial infarction?

To stabilize the patient's condition Signup and view all the answers

What is Angina pectoris?

A symptom of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of a hemorrhagic stroke?

Rupture of a blood vessel in the brain Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal when activating EMS for stroke victims?

Reaching a specialized hospital as soon as possible Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the FAST assessment?

To identify symptoms of a stroke Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you suspect someone is having a stroke?

Call an ambulance immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?

A temporary blockage of a cerebral blood vessel Signup and view all the answers

Why is time crucial in the case of a stroke?

Because brain cells can be damaged or die without prompt treatment Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to protect the airway?

Tilt the head to the side Signup and view all the answers

What should be given to the stroke victim?

Nothing by mouth Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to remember when dealing with stroke victims?

Time is Brain! Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary prevention method for stroke?

Managing blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the patient has a seizure?

Take seizure precautions Signup and view all the answers

What position should an unconscious patient with a pulse be placed in?

Recovery position Signup and view all the answers