Call 911 first if anyone is hurt or in danger
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Follow current instructions from local officials and emergency responders.
What it is
An unresponsive person who is not breathing normally may need immediate emergency services and CPR/AED support. Source: CDC · https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/cardiac-arrest.html
First-aid education and practice help you prepare to protect yourself and others' health. Source: CDC · https://www.cdc.gov/prepare-your-health/take-action/practical-skills.html
First 72 minutes
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Frequently asked
What if someone collapses and is not breathing normally?
If someone collapses and is unresponsive or not breathing normally, call 911 immediately. Source: CDC · Cardiac arrest · https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/cardiac-arrest.html
Should I restrain a person having a seizure?
Do not restrain the person or put anything in their mouth. Source: CDC · First aid for seizures · https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/first-aid-for-seizures/index.html
Should I put something in their mouth during a seizure?
Do not restrain the person or put anything in their mouth. Source: CDC · First aid for seizures · https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/first-aid-for-seizures/index.html
Sources
- CDC · Cardiac arrest · https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/cardiac-arrest.html
- CDC · Practical skills · https://www.cdc.gov/prepare-your-health/take-action/practical-skills.html
- CDC · First aid for seizures · https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/first-aid-for-seizures/index.html
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