Tamponade is a condition in which fluid or blood accumulates in the pericardium. The buildup puts pressure on the heart and prevents proper pumping of the blood which can lead to cardiac arrest.

Thrombosis Coronary is a blockage in the coronary artery caused by a blood clot. The clot can cause an acute myocardial infarction.

Thrombosis Pulmonary or Pulmonary Embolism is a blockage to the pulmonary artery in the lungs leading to cardiac arrest.

What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia is when the body loses the ability to keep itself warm (occurs when body temperature drops below 95˙ F (35˙ C)). Defibrillation, CPR, or any drug therapy may prove to be ineffective for a hypothermic patient. Hence, the primary objective would be to warm the body.

Toxins refer to an accidental or intentional overdose of a drug or medication or ingestion of a toxin. Toxins are one of the most common reasons for cardiac arrest.