The Navigation Model of Therapy: Why Awareness Changes Everything
November 16, 2025
Background
The patients who are suffering from cardiac disease have a sudden decrease of heart function, which might occur sudden or after other symptoms and is potentially fatal if it is left uncured. The causes include irregular heartbeat that brought on by disturbances in the electrical impulses. When the heart stopped to function, cardiac arrest occurs. It is a medical condition which is characterized by severely disabled or fatal.Â
Epidemiology
The epidemiological data shows different populations have different rates. This can affect people of all ages, both children and adult individuals. The survival rate is enhanced with start of CPR. Higher rates of bystander CPR use are associated with increased cardiac attack survival rates in all populations.Â
Anatomy
Pathophysiology
Etiology
The main cause of the cardiac arrests includes blockages in the coronary arteries & which is followed with arryhthmia. The risk of cardiac arrest is increased by abnormalities in the blood & electrolyte levels. The larger blood vessels are directly affected by serious trauma.Â
Genetics
Prognostic Factors
To increase survival chances, commencement of CPR should be started as early as possible. It’s important to maintaining blood circulation and oxygenation with the help of rescue breathing equipment and chest compressions. The use of automated external defibrillators is significant in cases of cardiac arrest.Â
Clinical History
Age GroupÂ
Due to increasing cardiac disease risk factors, those 45-64 years old are more susceptible. Higher prevalence is observed in persons over 50. As people age, their risk increases, mainly for seniors who are 65 and above. There is an elevated possibility that many comorbidities may contribute to cardiac incidents.Â
Physical Examination
Breathing assessmentÂ
Pulse Assessment testÂ
Pupillary response testÂ
check for external Signs of TraumaÂ
Age group
Associated comorbidity
Rupturing of the plaque is the result of cardiac attacks and blood clots that results in cardiac arrest. The risk factors are enhanced for the individuals who previously suffered with cardiac attack. The possible cause is also arrhythmias that harm the muscle of the heart eventually. The function of the heart is influenced by various disease which elevates the risk factors for cardiac arrest like cardiomyopathies.Â
Associated activity
Acuity of presentation
The presentation of the cardiac arrest is interruption of the regular breathing patterns. Gasping breaths can also be observed. These are the vital parameters which is significant for the heart evaluation. It is also affected by a lack of pulse & lack of oxygen supply that can cause the skin to turn blue or pale. It might cause pupils to dilate.Â
Differential Diagnoses
Imbalances of electrolytesÂ
CardiomyopathiesÂ
ArrhythmiasÂ
Coronary Artery DiseaseÂ
Laboratory Studies
Imaging Studies
Procedures
Histologic Findings
Staging
Treatment Paradigm
The CPR is the major step that is performed as first treatment parameter.Â
Chest compressions can also be performed as second step with appropriate pace and depth.Â
The use of automated external defibrillator is suggested. Airway management and other treatments, use early advanced life support is also crucial in this case.Â
by Stage
by Modality
Chemotherapy
Radiation Therapy
Surgical Interventions
Hormone Therapy
Immunotherapy
Hyperthermia
Photodynamic Therapy
Stem Cell Transplant
Targeted Therapy
Palliative Care
use-of-non-pharmacological-approach-for-cardiac-arrest
It is important to ensure the accessibility of emergency services. Make sure EMS is easily available by publishing phone numbers that are easily visible. Place automated external defibrillators in places with an excessive traffic.Â
The CPR training programs are significant for common public approach.Â
Ensure to adopt healthy heart habits to promote good functionality of heart.Â
Starting health related wellness programmes is good choice. Promote good eating, emphasise quitting smoking, and incorporate physical exercise. Motivate people to eat healthily in restaurants, offices, and educational settings. It’s important to promote routine physical examinations and screenings to control risk factors.Â
Use of Vasopressor drugs in treating cardiac arrest
Epinephrine Â
This drug is beneficial in improving heart rate and myocardial contractility. It promotes vasoconstriction, hence enhancing supply of blood to the essential organs. It is used to increase coronary perfusion after cardiac arrest.Â
VasopressinÂ
This drug is a choice for improving blood pressure by causing vasoconstriction.Â
Use of antiarrhythmic drugs in treating cardiac arrest
The drug is useful in regulation of the heart’s electrical activity & it is also utilised in cases of pulseless ventricular tachycardia or shock-resistant ventricular fibrillation.Â
LidocaineÂ
This drug is utilised for the stabilization of electrical activity of heart. It is also beneficial in ventricular arrhythmias.Â
The ACLS protocols have replaced amiodarone with lidocaine.Â
use-of-intervention-with-a-procedure-in-treating-cardiac-arrest
The intervention includes advanced life support, chest compressions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation and utilising automated external defibrillator. Use manual defibrillators for performing advanced defibrillation. By continually monitoring heart rhythm, be on watch for coordinated shocks to treat specific arrhythmias.Â
use-of-management-in-cardiac-arrest
Recognizing the symptoms of cardiac arrest, like improper breathing, unresponsiveness, and pulse. It’s crucial to call for emergency medical services. Starting cardiopulmonary resuscitation as quickly. Utilisation of automated external defibrillator is required. Providing advanced life support is crucial.Â
Post-Resuscitation CareÂ
This includes advanced airway care and medication administration. Recuperation and rehabilitation to improve both physical and mental capabilities.Â
Medication
Initial dose: 8 mcg/min to 12 mcg/min intravenous infusion, titrate to the effect
Maintenance dose: 2 mcg/min to 4 mcg/min intravenous infusion
Initial dose: 0.05 mcg/min to 0.1 mcg/min intravenous infusion, titrate to the effect
Maintenance dose: 1 mcg/min to 2 mcg/min intravenous infusion
Future Trends
The patients who are suffering from cardiac disease have a sudden decrease of heart function, which might occur sudden or after other symptoms and is potentially fatal if it is left uncured. The causes include irregular heartbeat that brought on by disturbances in the electrical impulses. When the heart stopped to function, cardiac arrest occurs. It is a medical condition which is characterized by severely disabled or fatal.Â
The epidemiological data shows different populations have different rates. This can affect people of all ages, both children and adult individuals. The survival rate is enhanced with start of CPR. Higher rates of bystander CPR use are associated with increased cardiac attack survival rates in all populations.Â
The main cause of the cardiac arrests includes blockages in the coronary arteries & which is followed with arryhthmia. The risk of cardiac arrest is increased by abnormalities in the blood & electrolyte levels. The larger blood vessels are directly affected by serious trauma.Â
To increase survival chances, commencement of CPR should be started as early as possible. It’s important to maintaining blood circulation and oxygenation with the help of rescue breathing equipment and chest compressions. The use of automated external defibrillators is significant in cases of cardiac arrest.Â
Age GroupÂ
Due to increasing cardiac disease risk factors, those 45-64 years old are more susceptible. Higher prevalence is observed in persons over 50. As people age, their risk increases, mainly for seniors who are 65 and above. There is an elevated possibility that many comorbidities may contribute to cardiac incidents.Â
Breathing assessmentÂ
Pulse Assessment testÂ
Pupillary response testÂ
check for external Signs of TraumaÂ
Rupturing of the plaque is the result of cardiac attacks and blood clots that results in cardiac arrest. The risk factors are enhanced for the individuals who previously suffered with cardiac attack. The possible cause is also arrhythmias that harm the muscle of the heart eventually. The function of the heart is influenced by various disease which elevates the risk factors for cardiac arrest like cardiomyopathies.Â
The presentation of the cardiac arrest is interruption of the regular breathing patterns. Gasping breaths can also be observed. These are the vital parameters which is significant for the heart evaluation. It is also affected by a lack of pulse & lack of oxygen supply that can cause the skin to turn blue or pale. It might cause pupils to dilate.Â
Imbalances of electrolytesÂ
CardiomyopathiesÂ
ArrhythmiasÂ
Coronary Artery DiseaseÂ
The CPR is the major step that is performed as first treatment parameter.Â
Chest compressions can also be performed as second step with appropriate pace and depth.Â
The use of automated external defibrillator is suggested. Airway management and other treatments, use early advanced life support is also crucial in this case.Â
Cardiology, General
It is important to ensure the accessibility of emergency services. Make sure EMS is easily available by publishing phone numbers that are easily visible. Place automated external defibrillators in places with an excessive traffic.Â
The CPR training programs are significant for common public approach.Â
Ensure to adopt healthy heart habits to promote good functionality of heart.Â
Starting health related wellness programmes is good choice. Promote good eating, emphasise quitting smoking, and incorporate physical exercise. Motivate people to eat healthily in restaurants, offices, and educational settings. It’s important to promote routine physical examinations and screenings to control risk factors.Â
Cardiology, General
Epinephrine Â
This drug is beneficial in improving heart rate and myocardial contractility. It promotes vasoconstriction, hence enhancing supply of blood to the essential organs. It is used to increase coronary perfusion after cardiac arrest.Â
VasopressinÂ
This drug is a choice for improving blood pressure by causing vasoconstriction.Â
Cardiology, General
The drug is useful in regulation of the heart’s electrical activity & it is also utilised in cases of pulseless ventricular tachycardia or shock-resistant ventricular fibrillation.Â
LidocaineÂ
This drug is utilised for the stabilization of electrical activity of heart. It is also beneficial in ventricular arrhythmias.Â
The ACLS protocols have replaced amiodarone with lidocaine.Â
Cardiology, General
The intervention includes advanced life support, chest compressions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation and utilising automated external defibrillator. Use manual defibrillators for performing advanced defibrillation. By continually monitoring heart rhythm, be on watch for coordinated shocks to treat specific arrhythmias.Â
Cardiology, General
Recognizing the symptoms of cardiac arrest, like improper breathing, unresponsiveness, and pulse. It’s crucial to call for emergency medical services. Starting cardiopulmonary resuscitation as quickly. Utilisation of automated external defibrillator is required. Providing advanced life support is crucial.Â
Post-Resuscitation CareÂ
This includes advanced airway care and medication administration. Recuperation and rehabilitation to improve both physical and mental capabilities.Â
The patients who are suffering from cardiac disease have a sudden decrease of heart function, which might occur sudden or after other symptoms and is potentially fatal if it is left uncured. The causes include irregular heartbeat that brought on by disturbances in the electrical impulses. When the heart stopped to function, cardiac arrest occurs. It is a medical condition which is characterized by severely disabled or fatal.Â
The epidemiological data shows different populations have different rates. This can affect people of all ages, both children and adult individuals. The survival rate is enhanced with start of CPR. Higher rates of bystander CPR use are associated with increased cardiac attack survival rates in all populations.Â
The main cause of the cardiac arrests includes blockages in the coronary arteries & which is followed with arryhthmia. The risk of cardiac arrest is increased by abnormalities in the blood & electrolyte levels. The larger blood vessels are directly affected by serious trauma.Â
To increase survival chances, commencement of CPR should be started as early as possible. It’s important to maintaining blood circulation and oxygenation with the help of rescue breathing equipment and chest compressions. The use of automated external defibrillators is significant in cases of cardiac arrest.Â
Age GroupÂ
Due to increasing cardiac disease risk factors, those 45-64 years old are more susceptible. Higher prevalence is observed in persons over 50. As people age, their risk increases, mainly for seniors who are 65 and above. There is an elevated possibility that many comorbidities may contribute to cardiac incidents.Â
Breathing assessmentÂ
Pulse Assessment testÂ
Pupillary response testÂ
check for external Signs of TraumaÂ
Rupturing of the plaque is the result of cardiac attacks and blood clots that results in cardiac arrest. The risk factors are enhanced for the individuals who previously suffered with cardiac attack. The possible cause is also arrhythmias that harm the muscle of the heart eventually. The function of the heart is influenced by various disease which elevates the risk factors for cardiac arrest like cardiomyopathies.Â
The presentation of the cardiac arrest is interruption of the regular breathing patterns. Gasping breaths can also be observed. These are the vital parameters which is significant for the heart evaluation. It is also affected by a lack of pulse & lack of oxygen supply that can cause the skin to turn blue or pale. It might cause pupils to dilate.Â
Imbalances of electrolytesÂ
CardiomyopathiesÂ
ArrhythmiasÂ
Coronary Artery DiseaseÂ
The CPR is the major step that is performed as first treatment parameter.Â
Chest compressions can also be performed as second step with appropriate pace and depth.Â
The use of automated external defibrillator is suggested. Airway management and other treatments, use early advanced life support is also crucial in this case.Â
Cardiology, General
It is important to ensure the accessibility of emergency services. Make sure EMS is easily available by publishing phone numbers that are easily visible. Place automated external defibrillators in places with an excessive traffic.Â
The CPR training programs are significant for common public approach.Â
Ensure to adopt healthy heart habits to promote good functionality of heart.Â
Starting health related wellness programmes is good choice. Promote good eating, emphasise quitting smoking, and incorporate physical exercise. Motivate people to eat healthily in restaurants, offices, and educational settings. It’s important to promote routine physical examinations and screenings to control risk factors.Â
Cardiology, General
Epinephrine Â
This drug is beneficial in improving heart rate and myocardial contractility. It promotes vasoconstriction, hence enhancing supply of blood to the essential organs. It is used to increase coronary perfusion after cardiac arrest.Â
VasopressinÂ
This drug is a choice for improving blood pressure by causing vasoconstriction.Â
Cardiology, General
The drug is useful in regulation of the heart’s electrical activity & it is also utilised in cases of pulseless ventricular tachycardia or shock-resistant ventricular fibrillation.Â
LidocaineÂ
This drug is utilised for the stabilization of electrical activity of heart. It is also beneficial in ventricular arrhythmias.Â
The ACLS protocols have replaced amiodarone with lidocaine.Â
Cardiology, General
The intervention includes advanced life support, chest compressions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation and utilising automated external defibrillator. Use manual defibrillators for performing advanced defibrillation. By continually monitoring heart rhythm, be on watch for coordinated shocks to treat specific arrhythmias.Â
Cardiology, General
Recognizing the symptoms of cardiac arrest, like improper breathing, unresponsiveness, and pulse. It’s crucial to call for emergency medical services. Starting cardiopulmonary resuscitation as quickly. Utilisation of automated external defibrillator is required. Providing advanced life support is crucial.Â
Post-Resuscitation CareÂ
This includes advanced airway care and medication administration. Recuperation and rehabilitation to improve both physical and mental capabilities.Â

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