The recovery position is critical to the successful management of poisons that cause loss of consciousness. The position keeps the airway clear and open. It also ensures that any vomit won't cause them to choke.
I have seen lives saved or lost solely by virtue of their positioning; it's that critical.
When putting an unconscious poisoning patient in the recovery position follow these steps:
1. With the person lying on their back, kneel on the floor at their side
2. Place the arm nearest you at a right angle to their body with their hand upwards, towards the . . .
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