Question 1

What should I do if I'm not sure whether to start CPR or use the recovery position?

Accepted Answer

If the casualty is unresponsive and not breathing normally, you should start CPR; if they are unresponsive but breathing normally, place them in the recovery position and monitor closely. If you are unsure, treat abnormal, noisy or infrequent breaths as not normal and follow emergency service advice on speakerphone.

Question 2

What should I do if I'm not sure whether to start CPR or use the recovery position?

Accepted Answer

If the casualty is unresponsive and not breathing normally, you should start CPR; if they are unresponsive but breathing normally, place them in the recovery position and monitor closely. If you are unsure, treat abnormal, noisy or infrequent breaths as not normal and follow emergency service advice on speakerphone.

Question 3

What should I do if I'm not sure whether to start CPR or use the recovery position?

Accepted Answer

If the casualty is unresponsive and not breathing normally, you should start CPR; if they are unresponsive but breathing normally, place them in the recovery position and monitor closely. If you are unsure, treat abnormal, noisy or infrequent breaths as not normal and follow emergency service advice on speakerphone.

What should I do if I’m not sure whether to start CPR or use the recovery position?

What should I do if I’m not sure whether to start CPR or use the recovery position?

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