You must check adequate breathing before giving rescure breaths to an unresponsive adult victims what other signs should asses?

Additional signs to assess before giving rescue breaths to an unresponsive adult victim:

- 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.

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