Heart Attack
(a.k.a. myocardial infarction)

And

Stroke
(a.k.a. cerebro vascular accident)

Death of heart muscle due to lack of oxygen.

Definition

Blockage of blood flow to the brain.

Chest Pain-uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, tightness. May spread to shoulder, neck, and arms.  Sweating, nausea/vomiting, shortness of breath, weakness, denial

Signs & Symptoms

Slurred speech, dizziness, unsteadiness, double vision.  Intense, sudden headache.  Numbness to one side of body, affecting arm and/or leg. Decreased level of consciousness.  Facial Droop

Lack of exercise
High blood pressure
Cigarette smoking
Obesity
Diabetes
Sex
Heredity
Age
High cholesterol levels
Stress

Risk Factors

Lack of exercise
High blood pressure
Cigarette smoking
Obesity
Diabetes
Sex
Heredity
Age
High cholesterol levels
Stress
TIA's (transient ischemic attacks)
Previous stroke

Have victim sit or lie down in a comfortable position.
!CALL EMS IMMEDIATELY!
Reassure victim and prevent them from exerting themselves.  Perform rescue breathing or CPR if necessary.

Actions for Survival

Have victim sit or lie down in a comfortable position.
!CALL EMS IMMEDIATELY!
Reassure victim and prevent them from exerting themselves.  Perform rescue breathing or CPR if necessary.