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Question 8248

As a general rule, if a person injured in an accident has lost consciousness, how should they be positioned?

  1. Lying on their side in the recovery position.
  2. Lying face up.
  3. Lying face down.
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Correct answer: Lying on their side in the recovery position.

If an unconscious injured person is breathing, the recommended position is lying on their side in the recovery position. This keeps their tongue from blocking their throat and lets vomit or blood flow out of their mouth instead of choking them. After an accident, roll them over only if necessary, for example because they are vomiting or bleeding from the mouth or nose, keeping their head, neck, and torso in line.

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