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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