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If a pt is unconscious, not breathing, and has a pulse, start rescue breathing? the person was pale, not blue. someone tried to stand her up and do the heimlich man. im fairly certain the person had a carotid pulse and gave her breaths, but wonder if we

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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First, : First, yell out to call 911 if unsure of pulse, start chest compressions, 100 per minute rate. Without blood flow, patient will die. Please check link below for CPR info. Hope everything turned out ok.

Answered 10/3/2016

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911, Heimlich, CPR: If the person is already unconscious, immediately call 911, then attempt a heimlich maneuver, recheck pulse, and then begin cpr. If there is something obviously in the mouth, a sweep from side to side through the mouth may clear it, but the danger is pushing it in deeper. Not everyone will look blue, but pale probably means not enough blood pressure. Lie them down with the feet propped up.

Answered 8/31/2013

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