Ten possible mistakes in avalanche rescue

9th possible mistake

Wrong:
Resuscitating snowmen.

Right:
Follow the ICAR triage guidelines.


Prolonged resuscitation of a dead victim without an air pocket cannot be recommended and can pose an additional risk to the rescue team. If the criteria for establishing death are met, according to the ICAR triage guidelines, the emergency doctor can discontinue resuscitation at the site of the accident.