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signs of choking (complete airway obstruction)

a person who is choking (has complete airway obstruction):

  • can't cry, talk, breathe, or cough.
  • may grasp throat.
  • may become severely anxious or agitated.
  • may turn blue or dusky in colour.
  • may pass out.

a choking rescue procedure (the heimlich manoeuvre) is used to clear an obstruction in adults and children older than 1 year. back blows and chest thrusts are used in babies younger than 1 year.

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