If you find an unconscious victim and are unsure if a pulse is present, the first step is to assess the person’s responsiveness by tapping and shouting their name. If there is no response, check for breathing and if the person is not breathing, start CPR immediately.
If you find an unconscious victim and are unsure if a pulse is present, the first step is to assess the person’s responsiveness by gently tapping and shouting their name. If there is no response, check for breathing by listening for sounds of breathing, looking for chest movement, and feeling for breath on your cheek. If the person is not breathing or only gasping, it is important to start CPR immediately.
Begin by calling emergency services and then perform chest compressions. Place the heel of one hand on the center of the person’s chest, between the nipples, and place the other hand on top. Push hard and fast, aiming for a depth of at least 2 inches and a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Continue until help arrives or the person comes back to consciousness.