Instruction manual

PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS OTHER THAN
FAST RESCUE BOATS
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15. First aid
15.1 Resuscitation techniques
15.1.1 Mouth-to-Mouth ( mouth-to-nose) resuscitation
1. Make sure the person is lying on a hard, flat
surface. Look into the mouth and throat to ensure that
the airway is clear. If an object is present, try to sweep
it out with your fingers (wear disposable surgical
gloves if they are available). Apply the Heimlich
manoeuver if unsuccessful and the object is blocking
the airway. If vomiting occurs, turn the person on his or
her side and sweep out the mouth with two fingers. Do not place your finger in
the mouth if the person is rigid or is having a seizure.
2. Tilt the head back slightly to open the airway. Put
upward pressure on the jaw to pull it forward.
3. Pinch the nostrils closed with thumb and index
finger. Place your mouth tightly over the person’s
mouth. Use a mouthpiece if one is available. Blow two
quick breaths and watch for the person’s chest to rise.
4. Release the nostrils. Look for the person’s chest to
fall as he or she exhales. Listen for the sounds of
breathing. Feel for the person’s breath on your cheek.
If the person does not start breathing on his or her
own, repeat the procedure.