If not trained, compressions only

  • Yell for help and check the scene to make sure that you can safely help the child.
  • Get the child out of the pool and onto the pool deck.
  • Check for consciousness tap and shout, "Are you OK?
  • If someone is with you, have them immediately call 9-1-1. If the child has no normal breathing then begin CPR and continue until emergency help arrives.
  • If you are alone and the child has no normal breathing then begin CPR. After two minutes call 9-1-1. Return to the child and continue CPR until emergency help arrives.
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