Coronary heart disease is one of the common diseases of middle-aged and elderly people in mainland China, and angina pectoris is its typical symptom. When angina is attacked, patients often experience symptoms such as chest tightness, chest pain, and shortness of breath, which can lead to myocardial infarction and even life-threatening in severe cases. So, how should patients with coronary heart disease give first aid when they have angina pectoris?
First of all, patients with coronary heart disease should carry first-aid medicines, such as nitroglycerin, thymol, etc. When angina attacks, nitroglycerin tablets are taken sublingually immediately, usually within 5 minutes of ingisation. However, it should be noted that nitroglycerin tablets should not be taken in excess, as an overdose may cause a drop in blood pressure and lead to syncope.
Secondly, when patients with coronary heart disease have angina pectoris, they should immediately stop the ongoing activities, find a safe place to sit or lie down, avoid tension and anxiety, and keep the airway open.
Third, if the angina attack lasts for a long time, more than 20 minutes, or the symptoms are not relieved after taking nitroglycerin tablets, you should immediately call the 120 emergency number and seek help from a professional doctor. While waiting for the ambulance to arrive, patients should remain calm and avoid strenuous exercise and mood swings.
In addition, patients with coronary heart disease should also pay attention to the following points in their daily life to reduce the risk of angina attacks:
1. Maintain a good sleep schedule and avoid staying up late and overexertion.
2. Eat a light diet with more vegetables, fruits and whole grains and less greasy, high-calorie and high-fat foods.
3. Moderate exercise, such as walking, jogging, swimming, etc., to enhance cardiopulmonary function.
4. Quit smoking and limit alcohol, and avoid inhaling nicotine and alcohol to stimulate the heart.
5. Control blood pressure, blood lipids and blood sugar to avoid cardiovascular diseases.
6. Maintain a good mindset and avoid excessive tension, anxiety and depression.
In short, patients with coronary heart disease can effectively reduce the risk and ensure life safety by taking correct first aid measures in time when angina occurs pectoris. At the same time, it is also necessary to develop good habits in daily life to prevent the onset of angina. Let's pay attention to the cardiovascular health of patients with coronary heart disease and escort their life safety! #头条创作挑战赛#