. Understanding Cardiac Arrest: Time Is Life
A Guide to Recognizing Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Performing Lifesaving CPR
Cardiac arrest is a sudden, life-threatening condition that occurs when the heart unexpectedly stops beating. Without immediate intervention, it can lead to death within minutes. Unlike a heart attack, which is caused by a blockage in the coronary arteries, cardiac arrest results from a disruption in the heart's electrical system, causing the heart to stop pumping blood effectively.
