Was 1st on scene to a 3 year old drowning tonight. Did CPR for 10 minutes until the paramedics arrived and child was air lifted and is in hospital now “hanging on”. Life is precious. Hug the ones you love.

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Great job Jeff. You are the reason that child is “hanging on”. If not for you, the kid would have no chance at all. You made difference in the lives of so many even by just prolonging that child’s life. You did all that you could have done.
Jeff, get some TRIM support as soon as possible, or at least a chance to fully recount what happened to a trusted friend or colleague (a credible, balanced witness). The good, the bad and the ugly. Well worth it. Sounds like you saved their life, first responders can only put the handbrake on decline - not revive. Sounds achieve the maximum the situation could offer. Kudos to you.
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Bleki 2 years ago
Thank God you saved him...hope kid will fully recover! Maybe become a bitcoiner ....
Had to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on a 5 year old in a movie theater a few years ago when everyone else was just standing around waiting for someone to do something. Not as scary as what you had to do. Sometimes you need to just jump in and handle it.
Sorry to hear this Jeff. That's tough. You and the child will be in my prayers.
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mark tyler 2 years ago
I’ve known people who were in nearly the same situation. My heart goes out to you, and to the family and little kiddo. May his brain have gotten enough oxygen, may he recover, may you as well. Few are put in the position to do something as urgent as what you did. Thanks for being there to do it.
Omg, that’s horrific. I can’t even imagine. Wishing the best for the little one, the family and you. Lots of love 🧡
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Chucky 🫂 2 years ago
Wow, Jeff. Life throws stuff at you. One saved life, incredible.
Gosh I'm sorry you had to be that person but I'm certain the family is forever grateful for you taking action. Praying for the recovery of the child, children are resilient and hopefully this child will make it through 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💛💛💛💜💜💜
Resuscitation at the scene is the greatest predictor of a positive outcome. As an MD I say Thank you for getting involved. The child had no chance without your intervention.
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twentyone 2 years ago
That child was lucky you were there. If anything you a least gave him a chance. You’re a good man Jeff ❤️
it is an uncomfortable position to be, but if you know how to do CPR you always need to step up. Well done Mr. Booth
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Beardy 2 years ago
God bless you for being there Jeff.
God Bless You Jeff. I had a similar event in Mexico, it’s a strange feeling to be first and to actually save a life. Indeed, Life is precious Bro. Thank You for not giving up on that child.