Heart attack first aid

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Heart attack symptoms

Symptoms of heart attack

Heart attack first aid

Alternative Names:

First aid - heart attack; First aid - cardiopulmonary arrest; First aid - cardiac arrest
Prevention:

Adults should take steps to control heart disease risk factors whenever possible. If you smoke, quit. Smoking more than doubles the chance of developing heart disease. Keep blood pressure and diabetes in good control and comply with your doctor's prescription orders.

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Follow your total cholesterol levels and modify your diet if necessary. Lose weight if obese, and follow a regular exercise program to improve cardiovascular fitness. (Consult your health care provider before starting any new fitness program.)

Limit your alcohol intake. One drink a day is associated with reducing the rate of heart attacks, but consuming two or more drinks a day can damage the heart and cause other medical problems.

Teach safety to young children and create a safe environment for them to prevent accidents that may lead to cardiac arrest.