Tom Shupp , Stroke and Chest Pain CoordinatorKathy Troupe CRNP, CV Service Line

6/3/14

The Circulatory System

Know Your Heart ● “Heart attack” Myocardial Infarction

● High Blood Pressure Hypertension

● Stroke CVA

● PAD Peripheral Arterial Disease

Know the SignsHeart Attack Signs-Myocardial Infarction

Chest discomfort Shortness of breath Upper body discomfort Nausea, indigestion, dizziness Unusual tiredness, anxiety Trouble sleeping

Know the Signs

High Blood Pressure Signs

Usually no symptoms

Stroke – CVA (Remember F.A.S.T.) F. – Face (look for an uneven smile)

A. – Arm (check if one arm is weak)

S. – Speech (listen for slurred speech)

T. – Time (call 911 right away)

Peripheral Arterial Disease – PAD

Leg pain with walking

Swelling

Know Your Risk Assessment RISK FACTORS Age

Smoking History Medical History Family History

NUMBERS BMI Blood Cholesterol Blood Pressure Fasting Blood Sugar

Know Your Body

Lifestyle & ActivityDietWeight“Comorbidities”Medications

Medications

Medications

Medications

Medications

Stick to a PlanLabworkMedical appointmentsSymptom LogAdvanced Directives / Emergency Contact

ListTake your MedicationsStop SmokingStay ActiveEat Right!

Questions?

Thank You !