Nigeria Highway Code
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V. THE RECOVERY POSITION

Place the victim on his back on a level surface. Kneel beside him.

Loosen any tight clothing.

Extend the arm and leg nearest to you. His elbow and knee should be slightly bent.

urn his head towards you.

Grip his far shoulder and upper thigh and gently pull him towards you so that he can roll on to his front.

Pull his jaw forward to make sure that his tongue is at the front of his mouth and not blocking his airway.

Check for a pulse in his wrist, or temples or by placing two fingers beside the Adam's apple.

Protecting his neck, turn him on his back.

Place the heel of your hand on the lower half of his breastbone. Keep your palm and fingers off his chest.

Cover this hand with your other hand. Keeping your arms straight. rock forward to press down firmly on his breastbone.

Repeat every (five) seconds
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Nigeria Highway Code, 2015-2023