General emergency guidance — not a personal medical record.

If there is immediate danger, severe trouble breathing, unresponsiveness, a serious injury, or you are unsure whether the situation is life-threatening, call 911 now and follow the dispatcher’s instructions.

Heart Condition

Possible heart attack or cardiac emergency

Warning signs may include chest pressure, squeezing, heaviness or pain; pain spreading to the arm, neck, jaw, back, or stomach; shortness of breath; sweating; nausea; light-headedness; or collapse.

• Call 911 immediately. Do not drive the person to the hospital yourself unless emergency services direct you.
• Keep the person at rest in a comfortable position and follow the dispatcher’s instructions.
• If the person becomes unresponsive and is not breathing normally, begin CPR and use an AED if available, following dispatcher/AED prompts.
• Do not give medication unless directed by emergency professionals or the person’s clearly documented plan.

Sources: NHS — Heart attack; American Red Cross — sudden cardiac arrest response.

Important

• Look for a medical ID, emergency card, phone Medical ID, or caregiver contact.
• Do not assume this page describes the person’s diagnosis, medicines, allergies, or personal care plan.
• Do not give medicine, food, or drink unless the person’s own plan or emergency professionals direct you and it is safe to do so.
• Stay with the person when it is safe, protect their privacy, and give responders the time symptoms began and what you observed.

CareID Alert provides general educational guidance only. It does not replace 911, professional medical advice, or a person-specific emergency plan.