Rescuers' Negligence Leads to Death of Junior Pope

By Godwin Obire

Rescuers Fail to Administer First Aid Before Hospital Transport, Resulting in Tragic Outcome

If someone is drowned in water, it is important to administer immediate first aid treatment before transporting them to the hospital. Firstly, the rescuers should carefully remove the person from the water. As soon as they bring the person out of the water, they should lay them on their back and begin the process of CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).

The first step is to place both hands on the person's chest, in the center between the nipples, and perform chest compressions. Press down firmly, at least 2 inches in depth, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. This helps to stimulate the heart and blood circulation.

Next, the rescuer should tilt the person's head back and lift the chin up to open their airway. Then, they can pinch the person's nose shut and make a tight seal with their mouth over the person's mouth. By blowing into their mouth, the rescuer delivers rescue breaths to oxygenate the person's lungs.

It is also crucial to press on the person's stomach just below the ribcage with quick and forceful inward and upward thrusts. This action, called the Heimlich maneuver or abdominal thrusts, can help to expel any water or foreign objects that may be blocking the person's airway.

After performing these initial steps, it is vital to provide the person with enough space for fresh air. This can be achieved by moving them to an open area or a well-ventilated space. It is important to continue monitoring their breathing, pulse, and overall condition until professional medical help arrives.

Only trained medical professionals should decide when it is safe to transport the person to the hospital. In some cases, the person may begin breathing on their own and regain consciousness. Nonetheless, it is essential for medical professionals to assess their condition and provide further medical treatment as necessary.

Written by Godwin Obire, a former aide to the former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate and ex-aide to the former Governor of Delta State, he is currently the Special Adviser to distinguished Senator Prince Ned Nwoko on Political and Legislative Affairs.
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Very few Nigerians, know how to perform CPR, including all this content makers talking upandan. Do you know that when you talk about First Aid lessons most grown ups look down on it, like itbis rubbish whereas it can make the difference btwn life an death.


Additionally people fear been roped into trouble if unfortunately the person could not bw saved and they are looking for scape goat.

May God save us from avoidable deaths. Amen

In summary, go and learn how to swim

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In summary, go and learn how to swim

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