Everything about Cardiac Arrest that You Should Know.
Did you know that India stands at 61st rank in the world when it comes to the Death Rate due to Heart Diseases? Not just this but deaths due to heart diseases have been only increasing in our country with every passing day. But why so? Is there anything wrong that we are doing but don’t know? Well, if you too are having these questions in your mind right now, then keep reading to get all the answers.
Why Does This Happen?
The reason behind the increase in the failed treatments of heart diseases is the lack of knowledge. Most of us don’t know about the symptoms of any kind of heart disease and till the time we start recognizing them, it all gets too late. Yes, we do know the classic symptoms of heart disease or attack- Pain in the Left Arm and Pain in the Left Side of the Chest. But there is so much more that we should know. Ultimately, the more we will know, the better it will help us. So, let’s see what are some other symptoms of a heart attack and what we should be doing in such emergencies.
Symptoms to Notice & Steps to Take in case of a Cardiac Arrest:
On talking to Dr. Alkesh Jain, Associate Director, Interventional Cardiologist, Medanta Hospital, Indore, said that most of us know the classic symptoms of a heart attack but symptoms can be noticed anywhere in the body between the Umbilicus and the Lower Jaw. The pain can occur in the right side of your chest or right arm too. It can then travel to your lower jaw and can cause discomfort anywhere above your umbilicus.
Now, the discomfort or unusual pain mentioned above is often found in women, the elderly, or diabetic patients due to indigestion, right? Well, if you are stuck in such a confusing situation, then Dr. Jain suggests getting an ECG test done from your nearest hospital. If the ECG is normal, then you don’t have to worry. Moreover, if someone has such symptoms of an attack, a Disprin tablet can be chewed or a tablet of Sorbitrate can be put below the tongue. One should find the nearest super specialty hospital with emergency services and Cardiac facility available 24/7. The most important thing is to not panic in such situations and take decisions with a peaceful mind.
How Do Emergency Cardiac Treatments Work?
No matter how many precautions or emergency treatment steps we take, a heart attack remains a critical condition and the right treatment can be given only by a professional. When a patient is taken to an emergency cardiac treatment, the first thing done is an ECG Test. Oxygen Saturation, Blood Pressure, and Respiratory System are checked to know the situation and decide the future course of action. A Ventilator and a Defibrillator are always kept ready to use in an emergency room. Depending on the patient’s condition, these machines are used. Various tests including ECG decide the ultimate future treatment.
At Medanta Hospital, they have a team of doctors and professionals specifically dedicated to the Emergency section. These professionals have the right knowledge to make impromptu decisions for the patient’s benefit. Moreover, senior cardiac specialists are available 24×7 in this hospital to take care of critical cardiac arrest situations. The hospital also has its emergency number– 1068 for any kind of emergencies. So, if you ever face such a situation, visit Medanta Hospital for accurate and on-spot treatment with safety and security.
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Article By: Kavery Parasher
