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The resuscitation pose is for those who are unconscious but are still breathing. For infants, the resuscitation position will be slightly different. After giving first aid and making sure a person has no spinal or neck injury, place the person in resuscitation position. You can save a life by following these simple steps.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Put the adult in resuscitation position

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   Check breathing and alertness. Before you put someone in a resuscitation pose, take a moment to assess the situation. This is a very important step. You need to check if the person is still breathing or alert, if he is in a life-threatening situation. Talk to the person to see if there is any reaction. You can check your breathing by placing your cheeks close to the person's nose and mouth to feel the breath.
   • If a person is breathing in a state of unconsciousness or is semi-conscious, you can put that person in resuscitation position.

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   Check to see if the person has a spinal injury. If you think a person has a spinal cord injury then don't try to change the person's posture until the medical team arrives. If the person has difficulty breathing and needs to clear the airway, place your hand on the person's right cheek or left cheek and gently lift the chin upwards. Note that the neck is not allowed. A person may experience spinal injuries if:
   • Head injury, head bump, fall 1 and a half to 3 meters, and have been or are in a state of unconsciousness.
   • Claims extreme pain in the neck or back.
   • Can't move his back.
   • Feeling weak, numb, or lethargic.
   • Suffering from neck or back pain.
   • No sensation in limbs, bladder or intestines.

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   Put your hands and feet in the correct position. After you are sure that it is okay to put a person in a safe recovery position, kneel to the side so you can move your hands. Next, place the person's hand so close to you that the person's elbow is facing you. Your right palm should be facing up in front of your head.
   • Then, place the person's other hand on the chest. Place your hands under your head with the back of your hand facing your cheek.
   • After placing your arms, you should help the person stretch his knees so that his feet are flat on the floor.

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   Turn the person toward you. After placing the arms and legs as above, you can gently rotate the person. Lift and pull your knees toward you, then carefully lay them down. Remember that the hands under the person's head must remain in position to protect the head. Do this gently and carefully so that the person's head doesn't hit the ground.
   • If the hand is placed in the right direction, the person will not change position. If the position is changed, it can interfere with the chest, making it difficult to breathe.
   • Another way to turn around is to fasten your hips with a belt, waistband or front pocket, and pull. Keep your other hand on the person's shoulder for balance.

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   Clear airways. After you turn the person in a safe position for the head, you can start to clear the airway. Gently help the person lift his chin and tilt his head back and check for blocked airways.
   • Continue to monitor your heart rate and breathing while waiting for help.
   • Cover the person with a blanket or coat to keep the person warm.
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Method 2 of 2: Put the infant in the resuscitation position

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   Place the infant in an upside down position in your arms. Resuscitation positions for babies or babies under 1 year old will be a little different. You should start by gently placing the infant in your arms, slightly upside down. The baby's head should be lower than the body.
   • Try to tilt the child's body and head no more than 5 degrees. This is a way to help prevent vomiting or obstruction of the airways and aid in drainage.

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   Head and neck support. When placing infants in your arms, you need to support the baby's head and neck with your other hand. Example: If you are placing an infant in your left arm, place your right hand behind you to support the head and neck.

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   Help your child's nose and mouth clear. When sponsoring a newborn, make sure you don't accidentally cover the baby's mouth and nose. Pay attention to where your fingers are located and double-check that the baby can breathe.

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   Wait for help. Once the infant is in resuscitation position, watch for breathing and wait for an ambulance to arrive. If the baby suddenly stopped breathing, you may need cardiopulmonary resuscitation. advertisement

Warning

• One thing to keep in mind is if you think someone in need has a spinal or neck injury don't try to move that person.