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The recovery position is a vital part of first aid that can help to prevent serious injury and death. Having a basic knowledge of first aid can be life saving and help you to act quickly in the event of an emergency. In this article we will outline what the recovery position is, when you should use it and how to correctly put someone in the recovery position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the Recovery Position? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The recovery position is a position that an individual is placed into after an injury. The position keeps airways clear and open and ensures that any vomit or fluid will not cause the individual to choke. Putting someone in the recovery position can help to keep them safe from further harm until they recover or further help arrives.   <\/p>\n\n\n

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When to Use the Recovery Position<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If an individual is unconscious but breathing and has no other life-threatening conditions then they should be placed in the recovery position. If you suspect that a casualty may have a spinal injury then you must not attempt to move them and you should wait till the emergency services arrive before you do so. However, it may still be necessary to open their airway and so this should be done gently with care taken not to move their neck. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If a casualty is unresponsive and breathing abnormally then you must start CPR immediately. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is the Recovery Position Important? <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The recovery position is important as it helps to keep a person\u2019s airway open, ensuring that they can breathe normally and that there are no obstructions. It can also help to ensure that a person does not choke on any fluids such as water or vomit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We have a wide range of First Aid Courses<\/a> that can teach you what to do in the event of an emergency. Courses such as CPR Awareness<\/a> and Basic Life Support<\/a> can provide you with the knowledge and confidence to keep someone safe in an emergency.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recovery Position Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To place someone in the recovery position you should follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n