obj: identify the process involved with recognizing cardiac emergencies sudden cardiac arrest
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OBJ: IDENTIFY THE PROCESS INVOLVED WITH RECOGNIZING
CARDIAC EMERGENCIES
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest?A condition in which the heart suddenly and
unexpectedly stops beating. If this happens, blood stops flowing to the
brain and other vital organs.SCA usually causes death if it's not treated
within minutes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdemKH_v_aI
Recognizing Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes
In the High School setting, we need to understand the potential for SCA in our athletes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo0vIR17XHY
Signs & Symptoms of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Warning Symptoms Include:1.Chest pain with exercise2.New onset fatigue or excessive shortness of
breath with exercise3.Palpitations or the heart racing for no reason4.Passed out or unconscious during exercise
Video Clip of player with Sudden Cardiac Arrest
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sHR8VFpSR4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXu2CvcGnrk
Treatment for Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Most important aspect: Early Recognition!!
Cardiac Chain of survival: 1 - Early recognition and Call 9-1-1 2 - CPR 3 - Defibrillation with an AED 4 - Life support and cardiovascular care at
hospital
Prevention and Screening
1 - Comprehensive Medical History – identifying any family members who may have dies suddenly before the age of 40
2 – Standards pre-participation physical exam3 - EKG/Echocardiogram
Heart of a Champion Videohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBTxzoXAZGoAllan Chaney’s Internal defibrillator http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgCsoZ-56aU
Individual Assignment
Write a newspaper article about an athlete who was participating in a sporting event when s/he had a sudden cardiac arrest. Include 4 signs and symptoms, 4 treatment options in order, and 3 ways to prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest.
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