Sudden Death Due To Cardiac Arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is the result of heart dysfunction, cessation of breathing and loss of consciousness. The condition usually results from a problem with the heart’s electrical system, which disrupts the heart’s pumping action and stops flow to the body. Sudden cardiac arrest is the same as heart attack when blood flow to part of the heart is blocked. At times, a heart attack triggers an electrical disturbance of muscles that leads to sudden cardiac arrest.
If not treated at the situation, sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death. Life back is possible with fast, appropriate medical care. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or just giving compressions improves the chances of survival until emergency workers arrive.
Symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest
Signs of sudden cardiac arrest are immediate and unexpectedly will come and include:
- Sudden collapse
- No pulse
- No breathing
- Loss of consciousness
- Chest discomfort
- Shortness of breath
- Weakness
- Rapid beating, fluttering or pounding heart (palpitations)
Sudden cardiac arrest mostly occurs with no warning.
When the heart stops the lack of oxygen rich blood can cause death or permanent brain damage within the minutes. Time is critical when helping an unconscious person who isn’t breathing.