Daily Survival Guide

[macdobhran]

How to Treat Someone Who Has Been
Struck by Lightning
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1. Move the victim to a safe location to avoid being struck again.
   Do not be afraid to touch or move the victim; individuals struck by lightning do not carry a charge.


2. If the victim is not breathing, start mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
   give one breath every 5 seconds.


3. Check for a pulse.
   Feel the side of the victim's neck for at least 20 to 30 seconds. If no pulse is detected, start cardiac compressions.


4. Call for help as soon as possible.

Comments

[kushielsfire.livejournal.com]

4 should probably come before 2. Once you start mouth to mouth, cpr or anything like that it's already too late.