A cardiac arrest is a medical event, not a medical condition or diagnosis. It describes what happened, but it does not explain why it happened.
Because of that, when you complete medical screening, you should declare the underlying diagnosed condition or cause linked to the cardiac arrest (where this has been identified), plus any related ongoing conditions and treatment.
What to declare during medical screening
The diagnosed condition or cause your GP has recorded as leading to the cardiac arrest (if one has been identified)
Any other diagnosed medical conditions you’ve been treated or advised about
Any prescribed medication you’ve taken in the last 2 years for those conditions
Any medical treatment or advice you’ve received in the last 2 years
If you’ve been told there is more than one underlying condition, declare each diagnosed condition
If you are not sure what the underlying cause was, do not guess.
Speak to your registered GP or another medical professional to confirm the diagnosis or underlying cause, then declare that during screening.
This information is for general guidance and does not constitute medical advice.