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A - AIRWAY
If unconscious, open airway lift up neck, push
forehead back, clear out mouth if necessary,
observe for breathing.
Treatment of electrical shock
1) If victim is not responsive follow the A, B, Cs of basic life support.
PLACE VICTIM FLAT ON HIS BACK ON A HARD SURFACE
B - BREATHING
If not breathing, begin artificial breathing. Tilt
head, pinch nostrils, make airttght seal, 4 quick
full breaths. Remember mouth to mouth resuscita-
tion must be commenced as soon as possible.
C - CIRCULATION
Check carotid pulse. If pulse
absent, begin artificial circulation.
Approx. 80sec.: 1 rescuer, 15 compressions, 2 quick breaths.
Approx. 60sec.: 2 rescuers, 5 compressions, 1 breath.
NOTE: DO NOT INTERRUPT RHYTHM OF COMPRESSIONS WHEN
SECOND PERSON IS GIVING BREATH.
Call for medical assistance as soon as possible.
