Recovery Position
This isn't a step-by-step walkthrough. In a real emergency, call 999 and the call handler will guide you.
Steps
5
Stabilise leg and open airway
Considerations
- Remove glasses, necklaces and empty pockets etc.
- If possible, pregnant women should be placed on their left-hand side.
- While awaiting the arrival of the emergency services: secondary survey — circulation, disability and exposure.
- Keep casualty warm and monitor.
- Check breathing regularly.
- Reassure and comfort.