How to save a person having a Heart Attack?

First aid for heart attack include:

Have the person sit down, rest, and try to keep calm.

1. Ask the person to cough vigorously.

2. Loosen any tight clothing as possible.

3. If possible ask the person to take any chest pain medication for a known heart condition.

4.Help the person take the medication (usually nitroglycerin, which is placed under the tongue).

5. If the pain does not go away promptly with rest or within 3 minutes of taking nitroglycerin, call for emergency medical help immediately.

6.If the person is unconscious and unresponsive, call 911 (or your local emergency number), then begin doing CPR.

7.If an infant or child is unconscious and unresponsive, perform 1 minute of CPR, then call 911 right away.

According to the American Heart Association, over 1 million people have heart attacks every year. Half of them die from the attack; others are left permanently disabled. Taking steps to prevent heart disease, recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack and knowing how to respond can save a life.

Considerations
If you suspect someone is having a heart attack, quick action can save a life. Even if you are not sure, don't wait. One of the main reasons people die from heart attacks is, they don't get proper help fast enough. After a heart attack, almost half die within the first hour after experiencing symptoms and never make it to the hospital.

Getting help within the first hour is a primary step for saving a life. The first thing to do is call 911 immediately. Do not try to drive the person to the hospital. Ambulances are staffed with trained medical personnel and stocked with equipment to save a life. This means the person can be treated while en route to the hospital, which is not in case if you drive her yourself. Everyone should be trained in CPR, especially if you or someone you know is at risk for heart disease. After calling for help, administering CPR can be the difference between life and death.

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