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Loss of consciousness
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If a rescuer finds an injured person unconscious, without knowing the causes, the following points should immediately be checked
- Is the person breathing (chest moves up and down, breathing noises)?
- Is the person bleeding profusely?
- Is the person in shock?
- Does the person have damages from heat?
- Can the person be awakened by painful stimulus (e.g. rubbing the sternum)?
Sideways leaning safety position
In general, the person should be placed leaning sideways so as not to choke if vomiting occurs. At the same time, the head should be bended slightly backwards to prevent the tongue from blocking the respiratory tract. In case of pallor (shock or fainting) the legs should be additionally raised. On the contrary, if the skin has its normal color or is reddened (heat hurts, heart attack) the trunk should be raised.
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