Veteran actor Tabassum Govil best known for hosting India’s first TV talk show Phool Khile Hain Gulshan Gulshan has died at the age of 78 following a cardiac arrest on Friday (November 18). The elderly or those over 70 years of age are more at risk of sudden cardiac arrest than the rest of the population because they may have more chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, previous heart attacks, weak heart. According to studies, elderly people have lower resuscitation and survival rates than younger people after cardiac arrest in the hospital. Staying active, eating healthy – foods high in fiber, free of saturated fat, added sugar and salt, and plenty of whole grains can help keep your heart healthy. Managing risk factors for heart attack is also recommended. (Also read: Tabassum of famous Phool Khile Hain Gulshan Gulshan dies at the age of 78)
“In the elderly, we have to identify risk factors for sudden cardiac arrest, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, previous heart attack, weak heart. For this reason, a cardiologist should be consulted to conduct simple tests such as ECG, Echo and TMT to determine the risk of sudden cardiac arrest.If the risk is high, they should be consulted for screening. monitor your diabetes, blood pressure and get regular medical check-ups to detect any red flags,” said Dr. Nishith Chandra, Principal Director – Interventional Cardiology, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla Road, New Delhi .
What is sudden cardiac arrest?
A sudden loss of breathing, consciousness, and heart function is called sudden cardiac arrest.
“Usually, this disease is caused by a problem with the heart’s electrical system, which interferes with the heart’s pumping motion and prevents blood from flowing to the body. Sudden cardiac arrest is different from a heart attack. But sometimes A heart attack can cause electrical disruptions that lead to sudden cardiac arrest,” says Dr.
It is important to act promptly in the event of sudden cardiac arrest as it is very dangerous.
“Sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death if not addressed immediately. With prompt, effective medical care, survival is possible. Survival until help arrives. Help can be increased by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), using a defibrillator, or even a cardiologist says.
“The lack of oxygen-rich blood when the heart stops beating can lead to death or irreversible brain damage within minutes. When you’re assisting someone who’s unconscious and stops breathing, time is of the essence,” he said. more.
What to do in case of sudden cardiac arrest?
Chandra says the following can be done if you observe a person unconscious and breathing irregularly:
– Contact emergency medical services If a phone is nearby and you can use it right away, call before starting CPR.
– Apply artificial respiration. Quickly assess the individual’s breathing. Start CPR if the person is not breathing steadily. Try to press the person’s chest at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute.
– If you have been trained in CPR, make sure the person is breathing by checking their airway every 30 compressions.
– Only continue to do chest compressions if you are not trained. Let your breasts expand.
