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Unconscious, not breathing

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Quick summary

Call 112. Push hard and fast on chest. Do not stop.

Do This Now

Step 1: Call 112 immediately
Step 2: Start chest compressions — push hard and fast on center of chest
Step 3: Send someone to find an AED if available
Step 4: Do not stop compressions until help arrives

Do Not

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT stop CPR to check for a pulse.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT put them in recovery position — they need compressions, not positioning.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT give up. Continue until professional help takes over.

When Professional Care Is Needed

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — This person will die without professional medical care. CPR buys time. Do not stop.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do not diagnose. Push hard on the chest. Every second of delay reduces survival.

This helper does not contact emergency services. You must call yourself.

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