1. OBJ: IDENTIFY THE PROCESS INVOLVED WITH RECOGNIZING CARDIAC EMERGENCIES Sudden Cardiac Arrest

2. What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest? A condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. If this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. SCA usually causes death if it's not treated within minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdemKH_v_ aI

3. Recognizing Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes In the High School setting, we need to understand the potential for SCA in our athletes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo0vIR17XHY

4. Signs & Symptoms of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Warning Symptoms Include: 1. Chest pain with exercise 2. New onset fatigue or excessive shortness of breath with exercise 3. Palpitations or the heart racing for no reason 4. Passed out or unconscious during exercise

5. Video Clip of player with Sudden Cardiac Arrest http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sHR8VFpSR4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXu2CvcGnrk

6. Treatment for Sudden Cardiac Arrest Most important aspect: Early Recognition!! Cardiac Chain of survival:  1 - Early recognition and Call 9-1-1  2 - CPR  3 - Defibrillation with an AED  4 - Life support and cardiovascular care at hospital

7. Prevention and Screening 1 - Comprehensive Medical History – identifying any family members who may have dies suddenly before the age of 40 2 – Standards pre-participation physical exam 3 - EKG/Echocardiogram Heart of a Champion Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBTxzoXAZGo Allan Chaney’s Internal defibrillator http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgCsoZ-56aU

8. Individual Assignment Write a newspaper article about an athlete who was participating in a sporting event when s/he had a sudden cardiac arrest. Include 4 signs and symptoms, 4 treatment options in order, and 3 ways to prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Assignment Rubric