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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Health Tips
Non-FictionContains lot of important notes that would teach readers alot about health Medical issues. A very helpful book indeed. Adapted from 'Where there is no Doctor'.
