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What is the LDL should be treated with a high intensity statin to lower my LDL by 50%
If I have had a heart attack and I am less than 75 years of age how low does my LDL need to be?
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What are symptoms of heart attack or angina?
Chest discomfort, nausea, vomiting, cold sweat, arm discomfort, - call 911
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These two sources or kinds of foods are to blame for most of the sodium intake of Americans.
Processed food and restaurant food
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These are the tiny vessels that supply the heart with blood and nutrients they need and sometimes get blocked and need a stent.
Coronary Arteries
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This heart rhythm feels like skipping, fluttering or quivering. The heart beats irregularly. This needs to be treated with blood thinners.
Atrial Fibrillation
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What is no. According to the newest guidelines (JNC 8) the blood pressure needs to be 150/90 for those over 60.
If my blood pressure is 142/90 and I am 61 years old with no diabetes and no kidney disease do I need my blood pressure treated with medication?
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What is Mediterranean ?
Patients with CAD should follow this type diet
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This form of unhealthy fat is used to extend the shelf life of many foods.
Trans-fatty acids.
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What is a normal resting heart rate?
60 - 100 beats per minute
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This requires a 911 call. FAST is the what to watch for. Smile drooping, one Arm weak, Speaking is garbled, Time is of the utmost importance.
a STROKE
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70- 100 normal
100-125 pre-diabetes > 126 diabetes
What are desirable levels fasting blood glucose?
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What is a stent?
The metal tube with or without medications inserted into a coronary artery
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A man should consume no more than two servings per day and a woman no more than one per day of this.
Alcohol
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What is the name of the sac the heart is encased?
The pericardium
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It is important that your doctor knows if you take any medications for erectile dysfunction ( little blue pill) - What medication can cause a bad reaction if you take it after taking the little blue pill?
When combined with the little blue pill - Nitroglycerin- can cause a severe drop in blood pressure.
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120/80 is still recommended for BP. The treatment guidelines have moved up to 140/90 for those under 60 or for those with diabetes or kidney disease.se under 60?
What are the blood pressure recommendations for those under 60?
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What is a statin medication such as Lipitor or Crestor
What medication helps increase the thickness of the fibrous cap on the coronary arteries?
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What is 5210?
5 servings of fruit and veggies, 2 hours of recreational screen time, 1 hour of physical activity and 0 sugary drinks. It is a recommendation on how to stay healthy.
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What is the large vessel that carries the blood from the heart to the entire body?
The Aorta
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The recommendation for exercise to keep your heart healthy is what?
Exercise most days of the week for 30 - 45 minutes.
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What is Crestor 40 or Lipitor 80.
What is an example of a high intensity statin?
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What are risk factors for Coronary Artery Disease?
Atherosclerosis, CAD, smoking, HTN,obesity, sedentary lifestyle, stress, impaired glucose tolerance, increased cholesterol levels, increased age, positive family history
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This condition presents with altered lipid levels, insulin resistance, and hypertension with abdominal obesity.
Metabolic Syndrome
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What is the name of the valve on the left side of the heart between the left atrium and the left ventricle?
Mitral valve
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What should your plate look like when you eat?
1/2 is veggies 1/4 protein 1/4 starch
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