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    The document provides instructions for placing an unconscious casualty in the recovery position. The recovery position keeps the airway open and allows fluids to drain from the mouth while waiting for medical help. The steps include kneeling beside the victim, tilting the head back to open the airway, straightening the legs, and rolling the victim onto their side while supporting the head and upper body. Medical help should be called and the victim's breathing and pulse checked regularly while waiting.

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    The document provides instructions for placing an unconscious casualty in the recovery position. The recovery position keeps the airway open and allows fluids to drain from the mouth while waiting for medical help. The steps include kneeling beside the victim, tilting the head back to open the airway, straightening the legs, and rolling the victim onto their side while supporting the head and upper body. Medical help should be called and the victim's breathing and pulse checked regularly while waiting.

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    Recovery Position

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    The document provides instructions for placing an unconscious casualty in the recovery position. The recovery position keeps the airway open and allows fluids to drain from the mouth while waiting for medical help. The steps include kneeling beside the victim, tilting the head back to open the airway, straightening the legs, and rolling the victim onto their side while supporting the head and upper body. Medical help should be called and the victim's breathing and pulse checked regularly while waiting.

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    RED CRESCENT FIRST AID TIPS

    Recovery Position
    The recovery position is essential for an unconscious casualty. It keeps the airway
    open while allowing fluids to drain from the mouth, for example in the case of
    vomiting. However, if you suspect a fracture or a broken neck, moving the victim
    may be harmful.

    Kneel down beside the victim


    and tilt her head back to open
    her airway. Straighten her legs. Pull
    her right arm down and tuck it
    under her body. Place her left arm
    on her right shoulder, and her left
    leg over her right.

    Edge closer to the victim. Place


    one hand on her shoulder and
    the other hand on her hip and
    carefully roll her towards you until
    she is on her side. You may need to
    use your left hand to support her
    head as you move her.

    Tilt her head back to keep


    her airway open. Move her
    upper leg so that it is bent at a
    right angle at both hip and knee.
    Tuck her left hand under her
    cheek, and make sure her right
    arm is extended behind her body.

    Call for medical help. Keep checking her pulse and


    her breathing as you wait beside her.

    Presented jointly by Malaysian Red Crescent Society and the Malaysian media in
    conjunction with the "First Aider in Every Home" campaign. Call 03-4578122

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