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Cardiac arrest is diagnosed by the inability to find a pulse in an unresponsive patient. The goal of treatment for cardiac arrest is to rapidly achieve return of spontaneous circulation using a variety of interventions including CPR, defibrillation, and/or cardiac pacing.
Jan 19, 2023 · Sudden cardiac arrest is the sudden loss of all heart activity due to an irregular heart rhythm. Learn about the signs, risk factors, prevention and emergency care for this life-threatening condition.
Jul 13, 2023 · Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening condition where the heart stops beating. Learn about the risk factors, signs, diagnosis, and treatment options for this serious heart problem.
Dec 27, 2023 · Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening condition when your heart stops beating or beats too fast. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrest, and how to prevent it with CPR and defibrillation.
Learn about cardiac arrest, the sudden loss of heart function that can be fatal without immediate treatment. Find out the causes, symptoms, risk factors, emergency steps, recovery support and CPR training from the AHA.
Apr 7, 2023 · Objectives: Identify the etiology of cardiac arrest. Review the epidemiology of cardiac arrest. Summarize the use of basic life support and advanced life support in the management of cardiac arrest.
May 19, 2022 · A cardiac arrest occurs when a dangerous arrhythmia keeps the heart from pumping blood to the brain and other organs. Knowing the signs of a cardiac arrest and taking quick action with CPR or using an AED can save lives.
