Originally Posted by MSY-MSP
I was starting to get a little out of it by this time. The guy next to me couldn't figure out what exactly to do, and started to pass out. I now believe them when they say put your mask on before helping others because you really don't have a lot of time, if you are at altitude.
I worry when people joke about this that they really don't understand why this is so important. You need to get air before you pass out so you can help the child. If you pass out, the child can't help himself or you.