If you mean the viral advice “If you have a heart attack at home, do this in 10 seconds”, there is no proven 10-second maneuver that can stop a heart attack. The important actions are:
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Call emergency services immediately. In Pakistan, call 1122 where Rescue 1122 is available. Put the phone on speaker.
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Stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Avoid walking around or driving yourself to the hospital.
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If you are conscious and have no aspirin allergy, active bleeding, or medical reason not to take it, emergency guidance commonly recommends chewing 160–325 mg of aspirin while waiting for help. If unsure whether aspirin is safe for you, ask the emergency dispatcher.
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Unlock the door and have someone stay with you if possible.
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If you become unconscious and aren’t breathing normally, someone should start CPR and use an AED if available.
Do not try coughing forcefully, repeatedly punching your chest, drinking water, or performing a “10-second heart attack trick.” These are not established treatments.
Typical warning signs include pressure, squeezing or pain in the chest, pain spreading to the arm, shoulder, back, neck or jaw, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, or unusual weakness. Symptoms can be less typical, especially in women and older adults.
If you’re asking because you or someone with you is having these symptoms right now, call emergency services now rather than continuing to read.
