A person has collapsed without trauma, is unresponsive and is breathing normally. After calling 112 for help, in which position should you place them to help maintain the airway?

Correct answer

Lying on their side in the recovery position.

In the recovery position, continually monitoring breathing and following 112 instructions. This measure concerns a person without trauma who is breathing normally. If breathing is abnormal, gasps do not count as normal breathing: follow 112 resuscitation instructions and use an available defibrillator. After an accident with possible spinal injury, avoid unnecessary movement; maintaining the airway takes priority, and 112 can guide your actions.