recovery position
(re-cov-er-y-po-sit-ion)
6 syllables
Definition
noun. a first aid position used to maintain an open airway in an unconscious person who is breathing normally, typically lying on their side.
Example Sentence
In first aid training, we learned how to place an injured person in the recovery position to keep their airway clear.
More Example Sentences
The instructor demonstrated the recovery position to ensure the victim could breathe properly.
Synonyms
side-lying position; lateral position
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