23/05/2026
β οΈ WHAT TO DO IF SOMEONE IS CHOKING
π FIRST AID & EMERGENCY TIPS β
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If someone suddenly grabs their throat, struggles to breathe, or canβt speakβ¦
π That is choking β and it is a medical emergency.
Choking happens when food or an object blocks the airway, preventing oxygen from reaching the lungs.
π¨ HOW TO RECOGNIZE CHOKING
Look out for:
β Inability to speak or cry out
β Weak or silent coughing
β Hands clutching the throat (universal sign)
β Difficulty breathing
β Bluish lips or face
π WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IMMEDIATELY
π’ 1. Ask: βAre you choking?β
If they nod but canβt speak β act FAST
π’ 2. Encourage Coughing (If Possible)
If they can still cough β let them try to clear it
π Do NOT interfere yet
π΄ 3. Give 5 Back Blows
βStand behind them
βLean them forward
βUse the heel of your hand
π Deliver 5 firm blows between the shoulder blades
π΄ 4. Perform 5 Abdominal Thrusts (Heimlich Maneuver)
βStand behind them
βPlace your fist above the navel
βGrab with your other hand
π Give quick inward and upward thrusts
Repeat: 5 back blows + 5 thrusts until object comes out
β οΈ 5. If the Person Becomes Unconscious:
βGently lower them to the ground
βCall for emergency help
βBegin CPR immediately
β WHAT NOT TO DO
Do NOT give water
Do NOT slap randomly
Do NOT put fingers in their throat blindly
π You may push the object deeper
π¨ WHEN TO CALL FOR HELP
Call emergency services immediately if:
β The object does not come out
β The person collapses
β Breathing stops
π MY ADVICE
Learn this skill before you need it.
Choking can happen anywhere β at home, in church, at events.
π Quick action can save a life within seconds.
π¬ LETβS INTERACT
Have you ever seen someone choke before?
Would you know what to do confidently?
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World Health Organization (WHO)