1. Health

, former

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board

ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX
Injury Disease Nutrition Poison Symptoms Surgery Test Special Topic
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N P R S T U W

Choking - adult or child over 1 year

Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention
Alternative Names:
Heimlich maneuver - adult or child over 1 year
Prevention:
  • Eat slowly and chew food thoroughly.
  • Make sure dentures fit properly.
  • Don't drink too much alcohol before or during eating.
  • Keep small objects away from young children.
Heimlich maneuver on adult
Heimlich maneuver on adult
Choking
Choking
Heimlich maneuver on an adult
Heimlich maneuver on an adult
Heimlich maneuver on conscious child
Heimlich maneuver on conscious child
Heimlich maneuver on conscious child
Heimlich maneuver on conscious child
adam.com

©2012 About.com. The New York Times Company.