GROUP 1

ARRHYTHMIA
Prepared by : 2 DUKE
q - ADNEEN HUMAIRA BINTI MAZLAN
q - AINUL MARDHIAH BINTI PAZLI
q - ALYA SOFEA BINTI AHMAD HISHAMUDDIN
q - HANNAH SOFIYYAH BINTI MOHD SYAFFIAN
q PUTERI DAMIA BINTI ABDULLAH
 Introduction
WHAT IS ARRYHYTMIA ?

v An arrhythmia is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat. It means that your heart beats
too quickly, too slowly, or with an irregular pattern. When the heart beats faster than normal, it is called
tachycardia. When the heart beats too slowly, it is called bradycardia.

v Arrhythmias can be caused by certain substances or medications, such as caffeine, nicotine, alcohol,
cocaine, inhaled aerosols, diet pills, and cough and cold remedies. Emotional states such as shock,
fright or stress can also cause irregular heart rhythms.
Symptoms of Arrhythmia
HEART
ARRHYTHEMIA
RIS K F AC TORS
 Heart problems and previous heart
surgery
conditions may ● Narrowed heart arteries, a heart attack,
abnormal heart valves, heart failure and other

increase your risk heart damage

of developing an Diabetes
● Your risk of developing coronary artery

arrhythmia disease and high blood pressure greatly increases

with uncontrolled diabetes

High blood pressure

● It may cause the walls of your left
ventricle to become stiff and thick, which can
change how electrical impulses travel through
your heart
 Drugs and supplements
● cold medicines and certain
prescription drugs may contribute to Other factors that
may put you at
arrhythmia development

Drinking too much alcohol

● Drinking too much alcohol can affect higher risk of
the electrical impulses in your heart

Caffeine, nicotine or illegal

developing an
drug use arrhythmia
● Caffeine, nicotine and other stimulants
can cause your heart to beat faster and
may contribute to the development of
more-serious arrhythmias
J Ways to overcome arrhythmia and maintain a healthy heart J
Ways to overcome arrhythmia
:> Reduce high blood pressure.
:> Control cholesterol levels.
:> Lose excess weight.
:> Eat a heart-healthy diet.
:> Avoid tobacco smoke.
:> Enjoy regular physical activity.

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Ways to maintain a healty heart
⊹ Eat healthy.
⊹ Get active.
⊹ Stay at a healthy weight.
⊹ Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke.
⊹ Control your cholesterol and blood pressure.
⊹ Drink alcohol only in moderation.
⊹ Manage stress.

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Articles About Arrhythmia
How to diagnose arrhythmia ?
Test used to diagnose arrhythmia
 Conclusion
Although some of arrhythmias do not threaten our lives, but it can affect our daily live activity. Other than that, it can be
treated but the cost might be pricey depends on the type of arrhythmia you are suffering. We must take care of our heart
as we age because a healthy heart is central to overall good health. Embracing a healthy lifestyle at any age can prevent
heart disease and lower your risk for a heart attack or stroke.
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