
How to Handle Sudden Cardiac Arrest
In the fourth installment of the “How to Handle” series, we tackle one of the leading causes of deaths in student athletes: sudden cardiac arrest. While sometimes proceeded by specific symptoms such as chest pain or heart palpitations, this scary event is sometimes only recognized after a person has fainted.
If not immediately treated, sudden cardiac arrest can be fatal 92% of the time. And if you don’t have the proper equipment ready and nearby, your putting every participant’s life in jeopardy.
As a parent, player, coach, administrator or youth sport’s operator, you need this resource to keep your participants safe–and not just players! Officials, fans and coaches are often the victims of SCA.
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