First aid in case of cardiac arrest is essential to keep the victim alive until medical assistance arrives.
Then the most important thing is to start the cardiac massage, which should be done as follows:
- In case the victim’s heart starts beating again.
- It is recommended that the individual be placed in a safety side position.
- As shown in Figure 3.
- Until medical assistance arrives.
See step by step how to perform a cardiac massage by watching this video:
Some causes of cardiac arrest include
After cardiac arrest, it is normal for the victim to be admitted to the hospital for a few days, until the cause is determined and until the patient recovers.
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