A 60-year-old man passed away while on a hike at the Botanic Gardens in Penang yesterday morning (Jul 21).
Despite attempts to save his life from the jaws of death, it proved to be futile.
60yo M’sian man dies while hiking at Botanic Gardens
According to a report by FMT, the victim was identified as Lim Kee Wan, who collapsed while hiking up the Moongate Trail.
In a statement issued by a spokesperson from the state’s fire and rescue department, he said a distress call was made regarding the incident at 9.56am.
When personnel from Bagan Jermal station reached the scene at 10.11am, they immediately performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on Lim but it was unsuccessful, resulting in his death.
Sin Chew Daily reported that a heart attack was suspected to be the cause but it hasn’t been verified by the authorities.
Lim’s body was brought down the hill and handed over to the police for further action.
Using an AED in times like these
Knowing how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is vital in assisting someone suffering a cardiac arrest.
To use an AED properly, follow the following steps:
- Turn it on and follow the instructions
- Remove all clothing from the chest area (including items containing metal)
- Correctly place the AED pads on bare chest
- Let the AED analyse heart rhythm and listen to its instructions
- If the AED prompts to give shock, stay clear of the patient
- After the AED delivers the shock, continue CPR with compressions until the person responds, breathes normally, or paramedics arrive
However, do note that sometimes the AED will deliver shocks more than once if necessary, so always pay close attention to the instructions given.
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