How do you recognize cardiac arrest and what is the correct on-field response?

How do you recognize cardiac arrest and what is the correct on-field response?

• A. Sudden collapse with unresponsiveness and no normal breathing; start CPR with chest compressions and call EMS; use an AED as soon as available.
• B. Check for a pulse for 10 seconds and wait for EMS before starting CPR.
• C. If the athlete is unconscious but breathing, call EMS and monitor.
• D. Begin rescue breaths only, without chest compressions, until EMS arrives.

Answer: (A)