Test 2.3 Flashcards
Define SCA
Sudden and unexpected cessation of the hearts pumping activity
What causes SCA
Lack of blood flow to the brain which leads to unconsciousness in 20-30sec
What happens after 4-6 mins of SCA
Permanent brain damage
What happens after 10 mins of SCA
Could lead to death
What are the different way of survival for SCA
Specific setting
Geographic location
Different denominators
What is the general survival rate for SCA
5-7%
If you die from SCA what is it called
Sudden cardiac death (SCD)
Define SCD
Result of undiagnosed structural or electrical cardiovascular disease
What is exercise related SCD
It the sudden death of an individual during or within an hour after exercise due to cardiovascular disease
T or F is SCA the leading cause of death in the USA?
True
What age does SCA or SCD often occur to
People in the 50-75
What are some facts about SCD in the general population
- Two-thirds of people who have SCA also have coronary artery disease
- more women die from SCA than men
- anyone can die from SCA no matter gender,age,race
- SCA is often first manifestation of underlying heart disease
What is the estimated range of SCA in young athletes per year?
1 to 160,00 - 1 to 300,000
Why was there an increase in SCA/SCD over time?
Evolution of technology
In the five year that the NCAA testing what were their reviews
44 cardiovascular related death
400,000 individuals participated
72% were cardiovascular related deaths
1 out of 45,000 athletes die each year
