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What type of medical treatment is given to a sudden cardiac arrest patient?
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CPR: Bystander CPR is first, and 911 should be called. Advanced cardiac life support is used to insure initial survival. After stabilization, the cause of the arrest should be determined and treated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Multiple: Cpr intubation? Possible defibrillation stabilize rhythym anti arrythmic medications. May need diagnostic cath and studies for infarction or other damage as cause of issue.
Answered 7/10/2013
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