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Choking Rescue for a Child (Over 1 Year of Age)

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3 steps in giving abdominal thrusts to child as first aid for choking.

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Online Medical Reviewer: Liora C Adler MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Kent Turley BSN MSN RN

Online Medical Reviewer: Ronald Karlin MD

Date Last Reviewed: 02/01/2025

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Choking First Aid (Child, Age 1 Year and Up)

Choking happens when an object gets stuck in the throat or airway. This can block the flow of air and cut off oxygen to the brain. Read about what to do if your child is choking, along with information to help prevent choking.

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