1) The document discusses signs and symptoms of a heart attack, which occurs when a coronary artery is blocked, including chest pain, pain spreading to other areas, shortness of breath, and lightheadedness. 2) It provides steps to take during a heart attack, such as calling emergency services immediately, monitoring the victim, and loosening tight clothing. 3) The document also briefly covers cardiac arrest, stroke symptoms like weakness on one side of the body and vision issues, and steps to take during a stroke like calling emergency services and placing the victim in a comfortable position.

1. M.Hakan DURAL M.D.

4. Heart Attack – Usually that happens when one
of the coronary arteries is blocked by an
obstruction or a spasm.
•Signs and symptoms of a heart attack include:
Pressure in chest, fullness, squeezing, or pain that lasts
more than a few minutes or that goes away and comes
back.
Pain spreading to the shoulders, neck, or arms.
Chest discomfort with
lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, nausea, or
shortness of breath.

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6.  What to Do:
• Call EMS or get to the nearest hospital
emergency department with 24-emergency
cardiac care.
• Monitor victim’s condition.
• Help the victim to the least painful position,
usually sitting with legs up and bent at the knees.
 Loosen clothing around the neck and midriff.
• Determine if the victim is known to have coronary
heart disease and is using nitroglycerin.
• If the victim is unresponsive, check ABCs and
start CPR, if needed.

10.  Diagnosis:
• Unconscious
• No breathing
• No pulse
Cardiac Arrest Occurs when the
Heart Stops Beating
Commence C.P.R. Immediately

11. A stroke, also called a brain attack, occurs
when part of the blood flow to the brain is
suddenly cut off. This occurs when arteries
in the brain rupture or become blocked.

12. Sudden weakness or numbness of the
face, an arm, or a leg on one side of the
body
Blurred or decreased vision
Problems speaking
Dizziness or loss of balance
Sudden, severe headache
Sudden confusion

13. Call 1-1-2 .
Have the victim rest in a comfortable
position. This is often on the back with the
head and shoulders elevated.
If vomiting, roll the victim to his or her side
(recovery position)

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