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An attack of sudden cardiac arrest is a sudden complete loss of heart and breathing function and loss of consciousness. This condition usually results from a disorder in the heart’s electrical system, in which the pumping activity is disrupted and the blood flow to the body is interrupted. An attack of sudden cardiac arrest differs from a heart attack in which blood flow to part of the heart muscle is stopped. However, a heart attack can sometimes lead to a disturbance in the heart’s electrical system, which in turn leads to sudden cardiac arrest, according to what was published by realsimple.
Sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death if not treated immediately. It is possible to save the patient if he is provided with prompt and appropriate medical care. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, using a defibrillator or even chest compressions, can improve the chances of survival until the arrival of emergency personnel.
symptoms
sudden collapse
Pulse stops
respiratory failure
Unconsciousness
Sometimes, other signs and symptoms appear before a sudden heart attack.
These signs and symptoms may include:
Feeling of discomfort in the chest area
shortness of breath
Weakness
Rapid pulse, fluttering or severe heart palpitations
But a sudden heart attack usually happens without warning.
If you have any of the following signs or symptoms, call 911 or emergency medical help:
Feeling pain or discomfort in the chest area
Heart palpitations
Rapid or irregular heartbeat
Unexplained wheezing in the chest
shortness of breath
Loss of consciousness or approaching loss of consciousness
lightheadedness or dizziness;
When the heart stops, the lack of oxygenated blood can cause death or permanent brain damage within minutes. In the event that you are helping someone who is unconscious and not breathing, time is of the essence.