Recovery position
Not responding but breathing normally? Turn onto the side, call 112 and keep checking the breathing.
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Kneel next to the person. Place the near arm bent upwards.
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Bring the far arm across the chest, back of the hand against the cheek.
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Bend the far leg at the knee.
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Pull at the knee towards you until the person lies on their side.
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Tilt the head back and open the mouth slightly.
This keeps the airway open and lets vomit drain.
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Call 112, cover the person and check breathing every minute.
Caution
- If breathing stops, turn the person onto their back at once and start CPR.