When the heart stops suddenly, the victim rapidly becomes unresponsive (“unconscious”), has absent or gasping breathing and no signs of life (the victim does not move, does not respond, may appear blue, may appear to be ‘fitting’ and does not appear to be breathing normally). After about three minutes the brain and other organs begin to die. Without prompt treatment the victim is unlikely to survive.
Should you witness a Sudden Cardiac Arrest, you should begin first aid immediately, including applying a defibrillator and delivering life saving shocks to return the heart to a normal regular rhythm.
If this occurs, make sure you have also called for help – dial 000 and ask for ambulance to assist you. Look at our Tips for Calling an Ambulance.
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