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Cardiorespiratory Arrest
Cardiorespiratory Arrest
Diagnosis
Clinical evaluation
Unfortunately, many causes are not identified during CPR. Clinical examination, chest
ultrasonography, and chest x-ray can detect tension pneumothorax. Cardiac
ultrasonography can detect cardiac contractions and recognize cardiac tamponade, extreme
hypovolemia (empty heart), right ventricular overload suggesting pulmonary embolism, and
focal wall motion abnormalities suggesting MI. Rapid bedside blood tests can detect abnormal
levels of K or glucose. History given by family or rescue personnel may suggest overdose.
DIAGNOSIS BANDING
o Heart attack (Miocardial Infark)
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CPR
Defibrillation
Postresuscitative care
PENCEGAHAN
o There's no sure way to know your risk of sudden cardiac
arrest, so reducing your risk is the best strategy. Steps to
take include regular checkups, screening for heart
disease and living a heart-healthy lifestyle with the
following approaches:
If you know you have heart disease or conditions that make you
more vulnerable to an unhealthy heart, your doctor may
recommend that you take appropriate steps to improve your health,