What is the best first aid method during a heart attack?
Nov 14, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
There is no definitive best first aid method for myocardial infarction when it occurs. If the situation is critical, prompt medical treatment at a hospital is recommended. Generally, during a myocardial infarction, first aid measures may include immediate rest, calling for emergency assistance, maintaining airway patency, administering oxygen, and using medications for emergency treatment. In daily life, if a myocardial infarction occurs, it is advisable to immediately seek help.
Generally, when a myocardial infarction occurs, emergency measures such as immediate rest, calling for emergency help, maintaining airway patency, administering oxygen, and emergency medications can be taken. If the situation is particularly critical, prompt medical treatment at a hospital is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Immediate Rest
During a myocardial infarction, myocardial ischemia and hypoxia occur, and physical activity increases myocardial oxygen consumption, worsening the ischemia. Patients are advised to stop all activity immediately and sit or lie down on the spot, which can effectively reduce myocardial oxygen demand.
2. Call for Emergency Help
Myocardial infarction is a serious medical condition requiring professional medical treatment. During an attack, emergency medical personnel should be called immediately to ensure the patient receives timely and effective medical intervention.
3. Maintain Airway Patency
During a myocardial infarction, due to impaired cardiac function, patients may experience difficulty breathing. At this time, restrictive items such as collars, ties, and belts should be loosened or removed to reduce chest and abdominal pressure, thereby facilitating easier breathing and helping improve oxygen supply.
4. Administer Oxygen
During a myocardial infarction, cardiac pumping function may decline, potentially leading to tissue hypoxia. Administering oxygen to the patient can increase blood oxygen levels, relieve hypoxia symptoms, and thereby reduce the workload on the heart.
5. Emergency Medication
For example, nitroglycerin tablets can dilate the coronary arteries and increase blood supply to the myocardium. During an attack, patients may place the tablet under the tongue without swallowing it, which can help alleviate symptoms to some extent.
In daily life, during a myocardial infarction, it is important to seek help immediately. If cardiac arrest occurs, appropriate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be performed until medical personnel arrive.
