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Stable lateral position - Technique
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Stable lateral position - Technique

Learn the correct step-by-step technique for placing an unconscious person in the stable lateral position.

Description

This training covers the essential first aid skill of placing an unconscious, normally breathing victim in a stable lateral position. You will learn each step of the technique in the correct order to keep the airways open and prevent complications. By the end of this course, you will be able to apply the stable lateral position confidently and correctly.

After this course you can

  • Explain why the stable lateral position is used in first aid
  • Identify the correct conditions for applying the stable lateral position
  • Describe each step of the stable lateral position technique in the correct order
  • Apply the stable lateral position technique correctly on an unconscious victim
  • Recognize the importance of keeping the airways open during the procedure

Who is it for?

This training is intended for all employees who want to learn or refresh their basic first aid skills.

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