Emergency response is a critical component of providing life-saving care in the event of a cardiac arrest.
Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating, and it can be caused by various factors, including heart attack, electrocution, drowning, or trauma. When someone experiences cardiac arrest, their breathing and circulation stop, and they become unresponsive.
CPR is an emergency procedure used to restore blood flow to the brain and other vital organs to prevent death or permanent disability from cardiac arrest. It involves chest compressions and rescue breaths that are performed in cycles until medical help arrives or until the person regains consciousness.
An AED is a device that can be used to shock the heart back into a normal rhythm during cardiac arrest. It is designed for use by laypersons who have been trained in its use, and it can be found in many public places such as airports, schools, shopping malls, etc.
EMS (emergency medical services) refers to the system of personnel and equipment that respond to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests. EMS personnel are typically paramedics or EMTs (emergency medical technicians) who are trained to provide advanced life support care, such as administering medications or performing advanced airway management techniques.
Airway management ensures an open airway for oxygenation during CPR or other emergency situations. This includes positioning the head correctly so that the tongue does not block the airway; using suctioning devices if necessary; inserting an oral or nasal airway, and using bag-valve-mask ventilation if needed.
Breathing provides oxygenation through artificial means such as bag-valve-mask ventilation, intubation during CPR, or other emergency situations where spontaneous breathing has stopped due to cardiac arrest.
Circulation refers to restoring blood flow through chest compressions during CPR to deliver oxygenated blood throughout the body and prevent death from cardiac arrest.
Basic life skills certification, such as Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, is an essential component of emergency response training. BLS certification equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and respiratory distress. By obtaining basic life skills certification, individuals can play a critical role in emergency response efforts, potentially saving lives and minimizing the impact of disasters on communities.
If the adult victim is unconscious, has no breathing, and has no pulse, the victim is considered dead that's why CPR steps must be performed in this emergency, hoping to resuscitate the victim's life.
If the adult victim is unconscious, has no breathing, and has no pulse, the victim is considered dead that's why CPR steps must be performed in this emergency, hoping to resuscitate the victim's life.
To check if an adult victim is conscious, you can tap on their shoulder and ask, "Are you okay?" loudly. If they are unresponsive, call 911 immediately and assess the victim to see if he needs CPR.
Yes. Continue doing the CPR steps until an AED is available or until the emergency, medical services team arrives to provide advanced life support.
If the child is choking and unresponsive, it's essential to send someone to call 911 right away. If you are alone, contact 911 first before you start performing CPR. According to the AHA Chain of Survival, activating the Emergency Medical Services is essential because even though the obstruction has been dislodged and the child regains consciousness, advanced life support is still needed to ensure no fractures or other complications.
