Heart Trivia

How many gallons of blood does your heart pump a day?

• 50,000 gallons

• 2,000 gallons

• 500 gallons

• 210,000 gallons

1 out of 31 women die of heart disease

• True

• False

Which of these is not considered a heart attack warning sign?

• Cold sweats

• Nausea

• Ice cream cravings

• Lightheadedness

How much physical activity is enough?

• 20 minutes every day

• 90 minutes a day once you are in shape

• 150 minutes per week

• It depends on the size of your heart

Which of the following is the most desirable blood pressure reading?

• 130/90

• 180/110

• 140/80

• Lower than 120/80

Which of the following is more likely to contribute to your high blood pressure?

• Physical activity

• Eggs

• Cold and flu medicines

• Microwaves

Heart disease is still the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S., but death rates have declined significantly since the 1960s. Approximately by how much?

• 50%

• 70%

• 30%

• 45%

If one of your parents had a heart attack before age 50, your risk of having a heart attack is increased by how much?

• 2 times

• 4 times

• 3 times

• 7 times

Which medications can help reduce cholesterol levels and plaque buildup in the arteries?

• Statins

• PCSK9 inhibitors

• Both

• Not listed

The worldwide survival rate from sudden cardiac arrest is:

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 1%