Heart Attacks
What is a heart attack?
A blockage in one or more of the arteries. This blockage stops blood and oxygen from flowing to part of the heart.
What are some things that can prevent heart attacks?
healthy choices, regular exercise, eating healthy
What is a stroke?
a sudden interruption of the blood supply to and area of the brain
Where do you place your hands when giving compressions?
Between the nipples
make sure the scene is safe
What are some warning signs of a heart attack?
- Shortness of breath
- Nausea/vomiting
- Sweating
- Fear/anxiety/denial
Early ________ of the warning signs of heart disease and stroke, can reduce delays to treatment
recognition
What are strokes caused by?
caused by a blockage or burst of a blood vessel
Before starting compressions you must_________
look, listen and feel
where do you want the victim to be facing?
on their back head up
What are some CHANGEABLE risk factors of a heart attack?
- cigarette smoking
- high blood pressure
- lack of exercise
- stress
Why is early CPR important?
to ensure that the flow of blood and oxygen gets to the vital organs, until medical help arrives
What are some warning signs of a stroke?
- sudden weakness or numbness, in the face, arms, legs
- trouble speaking
- sudden loss of vision
Does the depth of compressions vary between ages?
Yes
What do you do when there is no one there to call 911
leave the victim and go call them
What are some NONchangeable risk factors?
- Heredity
- Age
- Gender
Why is early defibrillation important?
shocks a heart that has stopped beating back into a normal rhythm
True or false: Dizziness is a sign of a stroke
True
At what rate should you give compressions?
what is the ratio of compressions to breaths?
What is angina?
Discomfort in the chest, caused when the heart does not receive enough oxygen
What is early rehabilitation?
helps the survivor return to a productive life, after a heart attack or stroke
True or False: Strokes are also the leading cause of long-term disability and the leading preventable cause of disability.
What is the most important part of CPR?
To give compressions to pump blood to the brain and heart
When should you stop giving CPR?
when EMS comes