Cardiac Arrest (out of hospital care)

What is Cardiac Arrest (out of hospital care) ❓

 Sudden heart failure 💔

 The heart stops pumping blood around the body 🚫

 Causes: cardiovascular & heart disease, rhythm problems or defects

What are the Symptoms of Cardiac Arrest ❓

 Warning symptoms:

1. Shortness of breath 💨
2. Dizziness/light-headed 💫
3. Chest pain
4. Nausea/vomiting 🤢
5. Heart palpitations

 Classic symptoms:

1. Sudden loss of conciousness 💤
2. Painful gasping for breath/no breathing
3. No pulse

How do you Diagnose Cardiac Arrest ❓

 Classic symptom assessment 🔍

How do you Treat Cardiac Arrest ❓

 Immediate CPR 🤲

 Use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)

 Oxygen treatment or adrenaline may be required

Why should I Worry about Cardiac Arrest ❓

 The blood is not flowing, which can cause complications (e.g. hypoxia, when tissues are starved of oxygen)

 Treatment should be begin as soon as possible (CPR/AED) 👨‍⚕️

 The faster the treatment starts, the better the survival rate 📈

 However, there is a high chance the patient will not survive