b'The Recovery PositionChapterThis is a lifesaving position that helps maintain an open and clear airway by:Causing the jaw and tongue to fall forward. Allowing blood, vomit or other fluid to drain thereby minimising the risk of airway obstruction. Reducing the risk of inhaling foreign material.Any unconscious patient who is breathing normally regardless of injury must be placed in the recovery position.TechniqueKneel beside the patient. Ensure that both legs of the patient are straight.Place the arm that is closest to youat right angles to the patients body with the elbow bent and palm of the hand facing upwards.Lift the far leg under the knee so it isat right angles, keeping the foot flat on the ground. Bring the other arm across the chest and hold the back of the hand against the patients cheek closest to you.While keeping the patients handpressed against the cheek, grasp the far leg just above the knee and gently roll the patient toward you.With the patient now on their side,ensure the upper knee and hip are bent almost at right angles and touching the ground. Make sure the head and neck is gently tilted back with the face slightlydownward and supported by the patients own hand.This is one of many different techniquesused when placing a patient in the recovery position.The patient may be turned either towards or away from the first aider.The position should be stable with the head supported and with no pressure on the chest to obstruct breathing58 Resuscitation'