First Aid for Sports Injuries
APP Alphabetical Index
BREATHING PROBLEM & CPR
General Rules
Opening the Airway
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Rescue Breathing |
CPR
1. Check for consciousness. Tap on the shoulder and shout "Are you OK?". DO NOT SHAKE so as avoid damaging an injured spinal cord. No response = call 911.
2. If breathing has stopped or has become very faint, open the victim's airway and begin rescue breathing (video directions)
3. Immediately have someone else summon professional help. If you are alone, shout for help. Do not leave the victim alone under any circumstances.
4. NEAR-DROWNING: DO NOT give rescue breathing if victim can breathe without assistance, even though coughing, sputtering, choking, or vomiting.
