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WHEN SOMETHING GETS STUCK IN THE THROAT

When food or something else sticks in a person's throat and he cannot breathe, quickly do this:

- Stand behind him and wrap your arms around his waist,

- Put your fist against his belly above the navel and below the ribs,

- Press into his belly with a sudden strong upward jerk.

This forces the air from his lungs and should free his throat. Repeat several times if necessary.

If the person is a lot bigger than you, or is already unconscious, quickly do this:

- Lay him on his back.

- Sit over him (not on him), with the heel of your lower hand on his belly between his navel and ribs.

- Make a quick, strong upward push.

- Repeat several times if necessary.

- If he still cannot breathe, try mouth-to-mouth breathing.

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