Table of Contents
- 1 What to do if someone is having a heart attack and is unconscious?
- 2 How do you rescue someone who has had a heart attack?
- 3 What is the most important thing to do if you think someone is having a heart attack quizlet?
- 4 How do you wake up someone who is unconscious?
- 5 How do you lift an unconscious person?
What to do if someone is having a heart attack and is unconscious?
What to do if you or someone else may be having a heart attack
- Call 911 or your local emergency number.
- Chew and swallow an aspirin while waiting for emergency help.
- Take nitroglycerin, if prescribed.
- Begin CPR if the person is unconscious.
How do you rescue someone who has had a heart attack?
If you think someone is having a heart attack: Have the person sit down, rest, and try to keep calm. Loosen any tight clothing. Ask if the person takes any chest pain medicine, such as nitroglycerin for a known heart condition, and help them take it.
What is the most important thing to do if you think someone is having a heart attack quizlet?
If you suspect you or someone you’re with is having a heart attack, do not hesitate to call 911 (or your local emergency services phone number). Time is critical in treating a heart attack, and a delay of even a few minutes can result in permanent heart damage or death.
What to do if a person gets unconscious?
When the person regains consciousness, do not let them get up too quickly. If they remain unconscious for more than about a minute, put them in the recovery position and get emergency medical help.
How do you prevent a heart attack in 10 seconds?
The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends the following actions to reduce your risk for a second heart attack:
- Quit smoking.
- Eat a heart-healthy diet.
- Control your cholesterol.
- Exercise regularly.
- Stay at a healthy weight.
- Control high blood pressure.
- Assess your mental health.
- Take your medicines as directed.
How do you wake up someone who is unconscious?
Rescue breathing
- Tilt the person’s head back and lift their chin to open up the airway.
- Pinch the person’s nose closed and cover their mouth with a CPR face mask, creating an airtight seal.
- Give two 1-second breaths and watch for their chest to rise.
How do you lift an unconscious person?
Carefully lift the person to a standing position using your legs, not your back. “Lock their knees out,” says Lethgo, which will help keep the person upright as you maneuver to the front side. Put your back against the chest.