Question

If the child or infant is not breathing or is only gasping and a pulse is not felt if you witness the sudden collapse are alone what do you do?

1) Call for emergency medical help
2) Start CPR immediately
3) Check for any visible obstructions in the airway
4) Administer rescue breaths

Answer 1

In cases where a child or infant suddenly collapses and is not breathing with no pulse, call for emergency medical help, start CPR immediately if trained, check for visible airway obstructions, and administer rescue breaths if trained. Always ensure a drowning person is on stable ground before CPR is administered.

Step-by-step explanation:

If you witness a sudden collapse of a child or infant who is not breathing or is only gasping, and if there is no pulse, here are the steps you should follow:

1. Call for emergency medical help immediately. Time is critical in such emergencies.
2. Begin CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) right away if you are trained to do so. If you are alone, perform 2 minutes of CPR before leaving the child or infant to call for help, unless you have a mobile phone within reach while delivering care.
3. As you prepare for CPR, quickly check for any visible obstructions in the child's airway that you can safely remove.
4. If trained, administer rescue breaths; otherwise, conduct hands-only CPR (continuous chest compressions).

Identification of a choking person is critical. Signs include the inability to speak or cry out, labored breathing with gasping or wheezing, and potentially a blue face indicating a lack of oxygen.

Remember, in cases of suspected drowning, ensure the person is out of the water and on stable ground before beginning CPR.