Angina or Heart Attack

What Is Angina?

Angina is a painful or uncomfortable sensation in the chest that occurs when part of the heart does not receive enough oxygen.

What Is A Heart Attack?

Heart attack occurs when there is blockage of a coronary artery. Heart attack lasts much longer than angina, and its symptoms generally continue even after a person rests.

Some of the Signs and Symptoms may be:

  • Chest Pain
  • Pain on Left Side – shoulder/arm/hand/neck/throat/jaw
  • Tightness in the Chest
  • Nausea
  • Breathing Difficulties
  • Sweating
  • Often mistaken for indigestion

How to Help

  • Does the patient have a history of Angina and carry medication?If so, give their recommended dose of medication.
  • If in doubt, immediately CALL 111.
  • The patient should rest.
  • Keep them calm and continue to reassure them.

This information is for reference only and comprehensive life saving skills can only be gained by attending a First Aid Christchurch first aid course.

Adult CPR

What is CPR?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency procedure in which cardiac massage and artificial respiration are used to keep oxygenated blood circulating to the brain and around the body to keep vital organs alive.

HOW TO HELP

  • D – Check for Danger
  • R – Check for Response
  • S – Send for help – ring 111

GIVING ADULT CPR:

  • A – Open Airway, head tilt, chin lift
  • B – Check for Breathing:
    • Yes – check for bleeding – Control/Apply pressure
    • No – carry on step C
  • C – Give 30 chest Compressions – Give 2 rescue breaths

This information is for reference only and comprehensive life saving skills can only be gained by attending a First Aid Christchurch first aid course.