Why are patients placed in the recovery position?

Answer 1

To help prevent injury as they 'come to'. it also helps to free the airway.

Answer 2

The recovery position is used for people who are unconscious but breathing

Answer 3

because there lungs are squashed it realy help's them breath properly

Answer 4

Keeps airway open, delays vomiting, delays poisons effects, relieves pressure on a pregnant woman's vena cava.

Answer 5

To avoid the casualty from chocking on vomit and to keep the airways clear.

Answer 6

the persons vital signs