unconscious and breathing

When a person is unconscious their muscles relax and their tongue can block their airway so they can no longer breathe. Tilting their head back opens the airway by pulling the tongue forward.

Move them onto their side and tilt their head back.

Putting them in this position with their head back helps keep the airway open by making sure their tongue falls forward and blood and vomit drain out.

Try to keep their spine in a straight line when turning them. If possible, get someone else to help you turn them.

Should I try to talk with the person? Yes, talk to the person and reassure them. Even though they might not respond to you, they may still be able to hear what is going on.

Is it called the ‘recovery position’ when you move a person onto their side and tilt their head back?

What should I do if someone is feeling faint? If someone is feeling faint, advise them to lie down on their back and raise their legs to improve blood flow to the brain