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How Many People Die Of Choking?
Heimlich maneuver - adult or child over 1 year
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How to perform the Heimlich maneuver:
- First ask, "Are you choking? Can you speak?" DO NOT perform first aid if the person is coughing forcefully and able to speak -- a strong cough can dislodge the object.
- Stand behind the person and wrap your arms around the person's waist.
- Make a fist with one hand. Place the thumb side of your fist just above the person's navel, well below the breastbone.
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