Last Updated on November 24, 2024 by Timileyin Awogbade
Why does cardiac arrest occur?
Cardiac arrest is a sudden attack in which the heart stops beating. It is mostly caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain and other organs of the body.
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- Dizziness.
- Nausea.
- Lack of consciousness.
- Fast heartbeat.
- Chest pain.
- Shortness of breath.
- Fatigue.
Causes of cardiac arrest?
- Ventricular fibrillation: This is when the heart stops pumping blood regularly.
- Coronary artery disease develops when plaques clog the coronary arteries, preventing blood from getting to the heart.
- Heart enlargement: Thickening of the muscle causes irregular heart contractions.
- Blood loss occurs when there is insufficient blood in the body.
- Lack of oxygen
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How do you save someone from cardiac arrest?
First, ensure there are no electrical items nearby that could provide a shock to you or the other person.
You must confirm whether the person experienced cardiac arrest. To check for responsiveness, place your ear closer to the nose and your gaze on the stomach. After that, place your hand on his or her pulse.
Call for assistance once you’ve determined that it’s a cardiac arrest. Before performing CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), it’s important to seek assistance. Keep your dominant and non-dominant hands together.
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