What is the recommended action if the person starts breathing normally during CPR?

When a person starts breathing normally during CPR, the appropriate action is to stop CPR and monitor their breathing. This response recognizes that spontaneous breathing is a sign of recovery and indicates that the airway is open and functioning properly. It's important to ensure that the individual is safe and in a position where they can continue to breathe effectively. Monitoring their breathing allows you to be vigilant for any changes in their condition.

Continuing CPR until help arrives may be applicable when the person is not breathing or has no pulse, but in this scenario, normal breathing signifies that immediate life-saving measures are no longer necessary. Leaving the person alone would not provide the necessary support and monitoring, which could be critical in case their condition changes. Performing only rescue breaths would also be inappropriate as it does not consider the presence of normal breathing. Therefore, stopping CPR and monitoring the individual aligns with the guidelines for responding to signs of life during resuscitation efforts.