People choking on food, water, or anything that can block their airway could stop there breathing. Many people are saved everyday by applying the ABC’s of CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). Presence of mind is the key part, CPR requires no special equipment. Here’s how it’s done. When you are certain the victim has stopped breathing, and has no pulse, start the ABC’s of CPR immediately. Remember if breathing and pulse are not restored in two minutes brain damage starts to occur.
The A stands for open the airway. Lay the victim in a face up position on a flat firm surface. Next tilt the head as far back as possible by gently lifting the chin with one hand, relax the jaw muscles by holding the tongue with your thumb while tilting th
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