First+Aid,+Drowning

=Drowning= (Return to First Aid)

Drowning can occure in almost any water situation, especially with those who cannot swim. Here are some points to remember:

People usually act wildly when they start to choke and drown in water They are usually clearly in trouble. Never leave a child in the water unsupervised. They must be watched without fail.
 * __Identification__**:

When you are going to save someone who is drowning don't let them pull you in and don't jump in after them. Swimmers who are drowning naturally will try to get to the air and they will pull you down and cling to you. Even a good swimmer can drown when they jump in to pull a bad one out.
 * __Rescue__**:

Instead, throw them a rope, a life vest, or hold out a pole from the edge of the pool. If you have a good floating device attached to you such as a life vest it should be safe to jump in after them but be very careful.

Performing CPR is not easy and not always fun. It may involve kissing an old man or little girl. You should be certified to perform CPR before you do, and if at all possible get someone that is to do the CPR. While performing CPR you should realize that you are at risk of catching whatever diseases the victim has.
 * __CPR__**:

I would not recommend doing CPR until you are certified and have practiced. This will be accomplished in your Red Cross certification. Until then you can study the process, the protective gear, and the various methods here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cpr

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