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Heart Rhythms Unveiled: Navigating Slow and Fast Heartbeats
Heart Rhythms Unveiled: Navigating Slow and Fast Heartbeats
Heart Rhythms Unveiled: Navigating Slow and Fast Heartbeats
Monday 30th September 2024
Frankye Myers and Kim Leibold discuss Brady vs. Tachycardia rhythms, symptoms, treatments, and why understanding your heart's rhythm is crucial.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the electrical system of the heart can help identify rhythm issues.
- Symptoms like lightheadedness or chest pain can signal arrhythmias.
- Regular check-ups are crucial for early detection of heart problems.
- Treatments range from medication adjustments to pacemakers and ablations.
- Knowing your body and its signals is key to maintaining heart health.
Knowing yourself and knowing your body is an important part of keeping up with your health care
Ever wondered what makes your heart race or slow down? In this episode of Healthy YOU!, Frankye Myers, Riverside's Chief Nurse Executive, chats with Kim Leibold, Nurse Practitioner at Riverside Cardiology Specialists, to break down the beats – Brady vs. Tachycardia rhythms. Kim shares her journey into nursing, inspired by her grandmother and mother, which adds a personal touch to the technical talk.
You'll get a clear understanding of how the heart's electrical system works and what happens when it goes haywire. They discuss common symptoms of arrhythmias, such as feeling lightheaded or experiencing chest pain, and how these can be signs of either a slow (Bradycardia) or fast (Tachycardia) heart rate. The duo also covers the importance of regular check-ups and knowing your own body to catch these issues early.
Kim explains the different treatments available, from simple medication adjustments to more advanced procedures like pacemakers and ablations. Whether you're someone who experiences these conditions or just curious about heart health, this episode is packed with practical advice and fascinating facts. Don't miss out on learning how to keep your heart in rhythm and why it matters for your overall well-being. Tune in for a heartbeat of knowledge!