Recently, Jingkai Emergency Station team from the Beijing Emergency Medical Center, led by Wang Lumin, successfully rescued a patient who had suffered a cardiac arrest caused by an acute myocardial infarction. The team responded quickly, followed protocols, and seamlessly coordinated, using their expertise and speed to seize the "golden treatment time" and safeguard the life of the citizen.

On April 6 at 14:22, the 120 dispatch center received an urgent call reporting that a 57-year-old male patient had lost consciousness and was in critical condition. The dispatcher immediately assigned Dr. Wang Lumin, Nurse Yang Xuelian, and Driver Guan Xinbo to the team. Upon receiving the call, the team immediately set off for the scene.

Upon arrival, the team quickly assessed the patient, who was found to have no carotid pulse, no spontaneous breathing, and dilated, fixed pupils with no light reflex. Time was of the essence, so the team quickly coordinated their actions, starting CPR, assisted ventilation with a simple resuscitator, and established intravenous access. Soon after, the monitor indicated that the patient had developed ventricular fibrillation, the most dangerous and fatal arrhythmia. Dr. Wang immediately performed defibrillation. When the patient briefly regained a spontaneous heart rate and palpable carotid pulse, his breathing and heart rate stopped again. The team quickly resumed chest compressions, administered adrenaline via IV, and performed a second defibrillation, all while maintaining precise, efficient, and coordinated actions. After a period of intense resuscitation, a miracle happened! The patient regained spontaneous breathing, his large arterial pulse was palpable, and the ECG showed tachycardia with signs of acute myocardial infarction. The emergency responders promptly adjusted the medication and continued to monitor the patient's vital signs. The patient's blood pressure rose to 128/68 mmHg, oxygen saturation increased to 92%, and his breathing and circulation began to stabilize. The team swiftly moved the patient to the ambulance for transport to the hospital.

During transport, the emergency team closely monitored the patient's condition and established a green channel for quick hospital admission. Upon arrival at the target hospital, the patient’s vital signs were stable, and the emergency team provided a detailed handover of the patient's condition, medication, and resuscitation process to the hospital’s medical staff, ensuring seamless coordination between pre-hospital and in-hospital care.

Here is a reminder from the Beijing 120. Before a heart attack occurs, some patients may experience symptoms such as fatigue, chest discomfort, palpitations after exertion, shortness of breath, irritability, and angina. If angina becomes more frequent, severe, and lasts longer than usual, it is important to pay close attention. If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. In severe cases, call 120 for assistance and follow the emergency personnel’s professional guidance.