NFL coach’s training helped him act heroically at hotel pool.

Los Angeles Rams Coach Saves Drowning Child Using AED Training

Training can come in handy when you least expect it. This was the case for Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who recently saved a 3-year-old boy from drowning in the hotel pool at the Encore Las Vegas.

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A TRUE HERO: #Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris helped save a drowning child, and credited AED training:

“I saw people calling 911 so my first question was, where is the AED?” Morris told ESPN on Wednesday, referring to an automatic external defibrillator, which Morris… pic.twitter.com/BIRs6W9pJs

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) May 31, 2023

The boy’s father had pulled him out of the pool and brought him to a lifeguard, but he had no pulse by the time they arrived. Morris, who had received training on how to use an automatic external defibrillator, saw the lifeguard performing CPR on the boy and immediately went for the AED.

“I was able to hand the AED to him, get it open for him, put the pads on the child, and he ended up being OK,” Morris said.

Morris cited the importance of AED training and awareness of lifesaving techniques, especially after incidents like Damar Hamlin’s on-field collapse during a Buffalo Bills game in January and Shaquil Barrett’s 2-year-old daughter drowning in April.

Twitter Users Praise Morris’ Quick Action

Twitter users were quick to praise Morris’ quick thinking and action in saving the boy’s life.

Rams DC Raheem Morris helps save drowning child, credits AED training.

Incredible, life-saving reaction by Morris. https://t.co/wJ1aP9um3C

— Lindsey Thiry (@LindseyThiry) May 31, 2023

The young boy stayed in the hospital overnight and was discharged the next day. Morris’ quick thinking and AED training saved the boy’s life, earning him the title of “true hero.”

Remember the Importance of Lifesaving Training

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of lifesaving training and being prepared for emergencies. You never know when your training might come in handy.

• Always be aware of your surroundings and potential dangers.
• Take lifesaving courses and learn how to use an AED.
• Stay calm and act quickly in an emergency.

By being prepared and knowledgeable, you can make a difference in someone’s life, just like Raheem Morris did.

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