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This is the 3rd installment of our Basic resuscitation techniques series for first aiders. Read the first part here and second part here. In today’s installment, we will discuss in detail the recovery position for cpr. An unconscious casualty who is breathing should he placed in the recovery mode / position. This position helps prevent the tongue from blocking the throat. Also since the head is lower than the rest of the body, the risk of casualty inhaling stomach contents is reduced. The head, neck, and back are kept aligned, while the bent limbs keep the body propped in a comfortable and secure position. If you are forced to leave an unconscious casualty unattended, he or she can safely he left in the recovery position while you get help. METHOD
 Monitor and record breathing and pulse every ten minutes until help arrives. Changing recovery position for injuries You may have to modify the recovery position for certain injuries. For example, a casualty with a spinal injury needs extra support at the head and neck, and the head and trunk need to be aligned at all limes. If limbs are injured and cannot he bent, placing rolled blankets around the casualty, or getting extra helpers to support him, can stop him from toppling forward.
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This is the 3rd installment of our Basic resuscitation techniques series for first aiders. Read the first part here and second part here. In today’s installment, we will discuss in detail the recovery position for cpr. An unconscious casualty who is breathing should he placed in the recovery mode / position. This position helps prevent the tongue from blocking the throat. Also since the head is lower than the rest of the body, the risk of casualty inhaling stomach contents is reduced. The head, neck, and back are kept aligned, while the bent limbs keep the body propped in a comfortable and secure position. If you are forced to leave an unconscious casualty unattended, he or she can safely he left in the recovery position while you get help. METHOD
 Monitor and record breathing and pulse every ten minutes until help arrives. Changing recovery position for injuries You may have to modify the recovery position for certain injuries. For example, a casualty with a spinal injury needs extra support at the head and neck, and the head and trunk need to be aligned at all limes. If limbs are injured and cannot he bent, placing rolled blankets around the casualty, or getting extra helpers to support him, can stop him from toppling forward.
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