In case of drowning, the first thing to do is take the victim out of the water. It is best to rescue a person who is drowning without getting into the water, using a float, board, life jacket, rope, twig or any other object that makes them float or allows them to grasp so as not to sink.
Then, provide a cable for tow the victim on the floating object. The cable must have a tie so that the person can attach it to the body, since the current can prevent it from holding the cable.
After removing it from the water, keep it warm and call for help by dialing the 193. If the victim is conscious, leave the victim seated while waiting for the ambulance to arrive. If unconscious, proceed as follows: first aid:
1) Lay victim on side and keep warm;
2) Notice if she is breathing;
3) Follow the instructions given by the attendant of 193 and take the victim to the hospital or wait for the arrival of the distress.
If the person is not breathing, it is necessary to cardiopulmonary resuscitation:
1) Position the victim lying flat on a firm, flat surface (head should not be higher than feet so as not to impair cerebral blood flow);
2) Kneel next to the victim, so that your shoulders are directly on the middle of her chest;
3) With your arms straight, place your hands in the middle of the person's chest (between the two nipples), placing one hand over the other;
4) Start the chest compressions, which must be strong, rhythmic and can not be interrupted;
5) Do not mouth-to-mouth breathing;
6) It is best to take turns with someone else, but the exchange should not take more than 1 second;
7) Cardiorespiratory resuscitation should only be interrupted with the arrival of specialized rescue or with the resuscitation of the victim.
Do not attempt to resuscitate in the water. Whenever possible, remove the victim from the water horizontally.
Never try to save a drowning victim if you can not do it, even if you can swim. You have to be a good swimmer and be prepared to save individuals in a panic.
Remember that almost half the drowning people know how to swim. Therefore, if you are not able to provide the assistance, mark the drowning site and seek help.
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