FACTS
- Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition whereby the heart suddenly stops beating and the victim will certainly die unless specific medical measures are undertaken immediately.
- One major difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest is that a heart attack is caused by a reduction or blockage in the heart’s blood supply— during which the person is conscious—whereas with sudden cardiac arrest, the victim always loses consciousness.
- Do not wait to get the victim medical attention. Studies have shown that if defibrillated within the first minute of collapse, the victim’s chances for survival are close to 90 […]
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