Heart Attack

Frequently Asked Questions

15. Should my family be especially concerned about me if I have a heart attack? - cont'd

The emergency action plan should include

• warning signs or symptoms of a heart attack
• instructions for accessing emergency medical services in your community, including calling 9-1-1
• steps you can take while waiting for medical help to arrive, such as taking aspirin and nitroglycerin
• important information to take along with you to the hospital, such as a list of medications that you take or that you are allergic to, and name and number of whom you should contact if you go to the hospital