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Unlike cardiac arrest in adults, which is typically caused by primary cardiac events, pediatric cardiac arrest is most often a secondary event resulting from which underlying condition?

Sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS). Congenital heart disease. Severe electrolyte abnormalities. Progressive respiratory failure or shock.

Correct Answer:

Progressive respiratory failure or shock.

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