Heart Attack & Chest Pain

Recognise warning signs of cardiac distress in children, call 101 (MDA) immediately, position the child comfortably, do NOT give aspirin, monitor continuously, and be prepared to perform pediatric CPR if the child becomes unresponsive. Apply when: Child has persistent, severe, or worsening chest pain (especially during or after physical activity); chest pain with exertion that limits activity; syncope or near-fainting during physical activity; palpitations (racing, skipping, or pounding heart); unexplained shortness of breath disproportionate to activity; sudden collapse during sports or physical activity; cyanosis (bluish lips, fingertips, or skin); chest pain accompanied by fever (possible myocarditis/pericarditis); any new cardiac symptoms in a child with known heart condition.