SIGNS and SYMPTOMS of CARDIAC ARREST and RESPIRATORY ARREST

SALMERO, Maria Alena Rose S. & SANOY, Kathleen Ann

CARDIAC ARREST??
A cardiac arrest refers to a sudden disturbance in the hearts rhythm and the cessation of normal circulation of the blood due to failure of the ventricles of the heart to contract effectively during systole. The resulting lack of blood supply results in cell death from oxygen starvation. Cerebral hypoxia, or lack of oxygen supply to the brain, causes victims to immediately lose consciousness and stop

SIGNS and SYMPTOMS Apnea Absence of Heartbeat Dilated Pupils Unobtainable blood Pressure Sudden unconsciousness Collapse

SIGNS and SYMPTOMS Rapid, Shallow breathing Arterial Hypotension Progressive decrease in mental alertness

RESPIRATORY ARREST??
is caused by airway obstruction, decreased respiratory drive, or respiratory muscle weakness.

SIGNS and SYMPTOMS Tachycardia Bradycardia Palpitation Heart murmur Nosebleed Hemoptysis Cough

SIGNS and SYMPTOMS Dyspnea Wheeze Hyperventilation Chest pain Asphyxia Cyanosis

SIGNS and SYMPTOMS Pallor Fatigue Fainting Febrile seizure Absence of breath sounds or air movement through nose or mouth

ADDITIONAL SIGNS and SYMPTOMS Absence of spontaneous breathing No chest rise and fall Progressive colour change caused by lack of oxygen Unable to feel air coming from mouth and nose

THE END