First Aid Training in Hemel Hempstead:

A closer look

Initially we conduct the Primary Survey, recap on the primary survey here - https://vimeo.com/306372643
Having run through DRABC, we notice that the casualty is breathing and that they are unconscious. We should now send for help and place the casualty in to the recovery position.
The aim of the recovery position is to have the casualty laying on their side, not their back; if we leave the casualty on their back whilst unconscious we improve the risk of fluids or their tongue blocking their airway. It is important that the head is facing down slightly so that fluids can flow out of the mouth easily and the tongue falls forwards.
1. Kneeling by the casualty's side take hold of the closest hand and place it gently above their head.
2. Take hold of the furthest knee and lift it up so that their foot is flat to the floor.
3. Take hold of their further hand away from you and gently place the back of their hand on the cheek closet to you.
4. Take hold of their hand on their cheek in one hand and their knee with your other hand and in one movement pull their knee/leg over towards you. Their body should naturally follow.
5. Once on their side you can let go of the knee:
Concentrate on their head first; you may need to tilt their head slightly back to open their airway and ensure their heard is slightly facing downwards.
Now move their leg so that they are balanced by having their knee bent gently at a right angle.
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