$Text,1. Call out for someone to get emergency medical help.
$Text,2. If the victim is near a pier or side of a pool, lie down and give the victim your hand or foot to pull to safety.
$Text,3. If the victim is out from the shore, wade into the water, then extend a stick, board or rope to pull to safety.
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$Text,4. If you need to row a boat out to the victim, hand the victim an oar to pull to safety, or let the victim hold on to the back of the boat and row to shore.
$Text,5. If a neck or back injury is suspected, place some type of board under the head and back to keep the victim from moving. Lift the victim out of the water on the board.
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$Text,6. Always: Check and maintain an open airway, restore breathing and circulation.
$Text,7. If the victim is breathing, place him on his side with head extended backward so fluids will drain. Keep the victim warm.
