Cardiac Arrest: How Heart-Healthy is Your Lifestyle? Take the Quiz!

1. What is the primary difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)?

• Heart attack is an electrical problem, SCA is a circulation problem
• Heart attack is a circulation problem, SCA is an electrical problem
• They are the same condition with different names
• Heart attack affects older people, SCA affects younger people

2. Which of these is NOT listed as a risk factor for Sudden Cardiac Arrest?

• Family history of heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Regular exercise
• Smoking

3. What type of diet is recommended to help prevent SCA?

• High-protein, low-carb diet
• Mediterranean or DASH diet
• Keto diet
• Intermittent fasting

4. How much moderate-intensity exercise is recommended weekly for heart health?

• 60 minutes
• 90 minutes
• 120 minutes
• 150 minutes

5. Which of these is NOT mentioned as a way to manage stress for heart health?

• Deep breathing exercises
• Meditation
• Competitive sports
• Yoga

6. What is the recommended maximum alcohol consumption per day for men?

• 2 drinks
• 1 drink
• 3 drinks
• 4 drinks

7. What two health indicators should be regularly monitored to prevent SCA?

• Blood sugar and iron levels
• Blood pressure and cholesterol
• Vitamin D and calcium levels
• White blood cell count and platelet count

8. What percentage of sudden cardiac arrests are caused by heart disease according to the pie chart?

• 20%
• 30%
• 40%
• 50%

9. What two life-saving skills are recommended to learn for SCA emergencies?

• First aid and wound care
• Heimlich maneuver and rescue breathing
• CPR and AED use
• Blood pressure measurement and pulse checking

10. Which organization is mentioned as offering CPR and AED training?

• American Red Cross
• American Medical Association
• American Heart Association
• Centers for Disease Control