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Choking Rescue Procedure (Heimlich Maneuver)

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Choking Rescue Procedure (Heimlich Maneuver)

Overview

Choking is usually caused by food or an object stuck in the windpipe. For tips to avoid choking, see preventing choking.

A person who is choking cannot talk, cough, or breathe, and may turn gray or blue. The Heimlich maneuver can help get the food or object out.

WARNING: Do not try the Heimlich maneuver unless you are sure the person is choking.

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By:	Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine
Last Revised: April 20, 2010

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