You must check adequate breathing before giving rescure breaths to an unresponsive adult victims what other signs should asses?
- Pulse check: Quickly check for a pulse on the victim's wrist or carotid artery in the neck for no more than 10 seconds. If you find a pulse, the person is still breathing and you should not give rescue breaths.
- Check for a medical alert bracelet or necklace: This may provide information about any underlying medical conditions or allergies the person may have.
- Check for foreign objects in the mouth: If you see any objects blocking the airway, sweep them out using a finger sweep if you are trained to do so.
- Check for signs of a stroke: Look for facial drooping, arm weakness, or speech difficulty. If you suspect a stroke, call emergency services immediately and do not attempt rescue breaths.
- Check for seizures: If the person is having seizures, do not attempt rescue breaths. Wait for the seizure to end and then assess breathing and responsiveness.
- Positioning: Gently tilt the victim's head back to open the airway. This will help ensure that air can flow freely into the lungs.