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What is a common warning sign of a stroke?
What is a common warning sign of a stroke?
Which of the following conditions is associated with high blood pressure?
Which of the following conditions is associated with high blood pressure?
What primary risk factor is most closely linked to the development of atherosclerosis?
What primary risk factor is most closely linked to the development of atherosclerosis?
What is the term for sudden death from cardiac arrest?
What is the term for sudden death from cardiac arrest?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for maintaining heart and lung health?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for maintaining heart and lung health?
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What is the primary role of the left side of the heart?
What is the primary role of the left side of the heart?
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Which blood vessels are responsible for delivering de-oxygenated blood back to the heart?
Which blood vessels are responsible for delivering de-oxygenated blood back to the heart?
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What is a major benefit of engaging in regular aerobic activities?
What is a major benefit of engaging in regular aerobic activities?
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Which muscle primarily aids in the process of breathing?
Which muscle primarily aids in the process of breathing?
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What does a lower resting heart rate typically indicate about a person?
What does a lower resting heart rate typically indicate about a person?
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What is the main consequence of not training the heart regularly?
What is the main consequence of not training the heart regularly?
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What is cardiorespiratory endurance?
What is cardiorespiratory endurance?
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What are most cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) primarily caused by?
What are most cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) primarily caused by?
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Study Notes
Heart Structure and Function
- The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood. Regular exercise strengthens the heart, making it pump more efficiently.
- The heart rate during different levels of intensity: maximum (186-207 bpm), hard (166-186 bpm), moderate (145-166 bpm), light (124-145 bpm), very light (104-124 bpm).
- The heart has a right and a left side. The right side pumps blood to the lungs to get oxygenated. The left side pumps oxygenated blood to the rest of the body.
- Stroke volume is the amount of blood pumped with each heartbeat. Trained athletes have a higher stroke volume due to a stronger heart.
- At rest, the average heart rate is 72 bpm.
Circulatory System Components
- The circulatory system consists of the heart, blood, and blood vessels (arteries, capillaries, and veins).
- Arteries carry oxygenated blood to body tissues.
- Capillaries are tiny blood vessels that facilitate gas and nutrient exchange throughout the body.
- Veins carry deoxygenated blood from the capillaries back to the heart to get oxygenated via the lungs.
Breathing Mechanics and Muscles
- Muscles surrounding the lungs expand and contract to enable breathing.
- The diaphragm, intercostal muscles, abdominal muscles, and neck/upper chest muscles are involved in the process.
- The lung itself is not a muscle; other muscles assist in the expansion and contraction.
Benefits of Aerobic Exercise
- Aerobic exercise strengthens the heart, increases stroke volume, lowers resting heart rate, conditions breathing muscles, and improves oxygen delivery.
- Regular physical activity leads to cardiorespiratory endurance, the body's ability to sustain prolonged physical activity.
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
- CVDs are the leading cause of death globally.
- CVD risk factors include: inactivity, unhealthy diet, being overweight/obese, smoking.
- Atherosclerosis (blocked arteries) is common in CVD diagnoses.
- CVDs can cause heart attacks (blocked blood vessel), strokes (interrupted/blocked blood flow to the brain), and sudden cardiac death (sudden death due to cardiac arrest).
Symptoms of CVD Issues
- Heart attack symptoms may include: tingling or pain in the left arm, sweating, nausea, shortness of breath.
- Stroke warning signs can include: sudden numbness/weakness on one side of the body, sudden confusion, trouble seeing, trouble walking, dizziness/loss of balance, and severe headaches.
- Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a significant risk factor for various heart conditions.
Lung Health and Disease
- Lung cancer is a significant global health concern, with 200,000 deaths annually, many linked to smoking.
- Emphysema, a lung condition, is characterized by difficulty breathing and a chronic cough, primarily caused by smoking.
- Smoking related diseases (including lung cancer and emphysema) cause nearly 250,000 deaths in Indonesia each year.
Maintaining Heart and Lung Health
- Maintaining a regular aerobic activity program is crucial.
- Avoiding tobacco use is essential to protect heart and lung health.
- Maintaining a healthy weight and adhering to a healthy diet are also important.
- Regular medical checkups are essential for early detection and prevention of potential issues.
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Test your knowledge on the structure and function of the heart as well as the components of the circulatory system. This quiz covers topics such as heart rates, stroke volume, and the roles of arteries, veins, and capillaries. Perfect for students of biology seeking to understand human anatomy.
