16/09/2026
π¨ CHOKING β WOULD YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO? π¨
A choking emergency can happen suddenly, and knowing what to do could help save a life. π«β€οΈ
π IF SOMEONE IS CHOKING:
πΉ Encourage them to cough if they can cough, speak or breathe.
πΉ If they cannot cough, speak or breathe:
π Give up to 5 back blows between the shoulder blades.
π If this doesn't clear the blockage, give up to 5 abdominal thrusts.
πΉ Continue alternating 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the blockage is cleared or the person becomes unresponsive.
π Call 999/112 for emergency help if the choking is severe or does not clear.
β οΈ If the person becomes unresponsive:
Carefully lower them to the floor, call 999/112 and begin CPR.
Follow the emergency call handler's instructions.
πΆ Important: The technique is different for babies under 1 year old and pregnant or very obese adults β abdominal thrusts should not be used in these situations.
β€οΈ Knowing what to do in an emergency can make all the difference.
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