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Heart Failure Quiz

Can you walk down a flight of stairs without stopping?

couple walking down steps

Can you carry anything up a flight of stairs without stopping?

woman walking down steps

Can you engage in sexual intercourse without becoming short of breath and stopping?

couple hugging

Can you garden, rake or weed without becoming short of breath and stopping?

woman gardening

Can you ride a bicycle, dance, or do similar activities without becoming short of breath and stopping?

couple

Can you walk briskly from a parking lot to a doctor's office or store without becoming short of breath and stopping (equivalent to a 15 minute mile)?

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Can you walk down a flight of stairs without stopping?

couple walking down steps

Can you carry anything up a flight of stairs without stopping?

woman walking down steps

Can you engage in sexual intercourse without becoming short of breath and stopping?

couple hugging

Can you garden, rake or weed without becoming short of breath and stopping?

woman gardening

Can you ride a bicycle, dance, or do similar activities without becoming short of breath and stopping?

couple

Can you walk briskly from a parking lot to a doctor's office or store without becoming short of breath and stopping (equivalent to a 15 minute mile)?

couple 2

Can you walk down a flight of stairs without stopping?

couple walking stairs

Can you shower without becoming short of breath and stopping?

woman in shower

Can you do light chores without becoming short of breath and stopping?

man hanging clothes

Can you make a bed without becoming short of breath and stopping?

person making bed

Can you take a leisurely walk around your neighborhood without becoming short of breath and stopping? (equivalent to a 24-minute mile)?

couple walking

Can you bowl or play golf without becoming short of breath and stopping?

woman bowling

Can you push a power lawn mower without becoming short of breath and stopping?

person cutting lawn

Can you dress without becoming short of breath and stopping?

man dressing

The quiz results are not a diagnosis and should not be interpreted as offering medical advice. This assessment is not intended to replace discussions with your doctor.  If you have noticed any of the potential signs of heart failure or you believe your heart failure has progressed, talk to your doctor. You should always speak to a doctor before you begin any treatment regimen.

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