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How to Treat Conscious Choking Adults Video
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Video at a Glance
- If someone is choking, they may be unable to talk, cough, or breathe.
- The rescuer should try to help the victim before calling EMS.
- The Heimlich maneuver is effective most of the time.
- The details of the Heimlich maneuver are discussed.
- For pregnant women, the Heimlich maneuver needs to be modified.
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