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Ksmiles123 Check-In 02/05/2026
Hello! A basic review of the heart and lung connection: The
heart and lungs are confined within the chest cavity and share different
functions. When lung diseases reduce oxygen delivery, it can place stress on
the right heart. The heart pumps oxygen-poor blood from the right side into the
lungs via the pulmonary artery, where gas exchange occurs in tiny air sacs
called alveoli. I am not writing this to alarm you but to remind you that it is
important to keep an eye on your vital signs- your blood pressure, your heart
rate, swelling of feet and lower legs, and your cholesterol levels. Report any notable changes to your primary
care provider; do not wait until an upcoming visit in three to six months. Your
primary care provider may recommend an appointment with a cardiologist to do
further diagnostic testing. Cardiac diagnostic
testing may include an echo, a stress test, or other tests. Let us know if you
have any specific questions. Below is a video on how to take your own vital signs:
https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=vital+signs+you+tube+video&&mid=062CDD0C089341CCC7A3062CDD0C089341CCC7A3&FORM=VAMGZC
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