If a person is responsive and fully awake, should they be placed in a recovery position while waiting for EMS?

A responsive and fully awake person does not require the recovery position while waiting for EMS. The recovery position is primarily intended for individuals who are unresponsive or have altered consciousness but are still breathing. It helps maintain an open airway and reduces the risk of aspiration if the person vomits.

In the case of a person who is alert and awake, they can maintain their own airway and may be more comfortable sitting or lying in a position that feels safe to them. Placing someone who is fully awake in the recovery position can be unnecessary and could potentially make them feel more vulnerable or uncomfortable. Therefore, the statement that they should be placed in the recovery position is false.