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Recovery position

Not responding but breathing normally? Turn onto the side, call 112 and keep checking the breathing.

  1. Kneel next to the person. Place the near arm bent upwards.

  2. Bring the far arm across the chest, back of the hand against the cheek.

  3. Bend the far leg at the knee.

  4. Pull at the knee towards you until the person lies on their side.

  5. Tilt the head back and open the mouth slightly.

    This keeps the airway open and lets vomit drain.

  6. 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.