Choking first aid: adult and child

[jonas_weber]

I froze once when someone choked. 😰 What is the right first aid for choking?

Key points

Person	Maneuver
Adult/child ✅	Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich)
Infant (under 1) 👶	Back blows + chest thrusts
If unresponsive ⚠️	Start CPR and call
Self-choking 🪑	Lean over a chair

• Encourage coughing first
• Don’t slap backs of conscious adult
• Call if breathing stops

Have you ever performed the Heimlich? 🆘

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