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Know the Cardiac Chain of Survival
Cardiovascular disease is one of the most common causes of death for all ages.
1. Early Recognition of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Collapsed and unresponsive
- Gasping, gurgling, snorting, moaning or labored breathing noises
- Seizure-like activity
2. Early Access to 9-1-1
- The sooner 911 or your local emergency number is called; the sooner early advanced life support arrives.
3. Early CPR
- Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately.
4. Early Defibrillation - AED
- Most victims of sudden cardiac arrest need an electric shock called defibrillation to restore the heart to a regular rhythm. Each minute that defibrillation is delayed reduces the victim’s chance of survival by about 10 percent.
5. Early Advanced Life Support
- EMS responders begin advanced life support including additional resuscitative measures and transfer to a hospital.
Almost a third of the deaths from sudden cardiac arrest could have been prevented if an AED had been available for immediate use at the time of the emergency. Sign up today for a CPR/AED class and learn about the Cardiac Chain of Survival and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
The Sarah Friend Heart Foundation is committed to raising awareness about heart conditions that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest in kids and help Texas’ schools improve the chances that anyone suffering a sudden cardiac arrest will have the best possible chance for survival. If your school is interested in applying to receive an Automated External Defibrillator please email laura@runforsarah.com
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