Asphyxia

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If someone is choking on an object, alternate between five back blows between the shoulder blades and five abdominal thrusts until the object is dislodged.

Self-care

Seek emergency help if:

• Unable to talk or cough forcefully
• Difficulty breathing or noisy breathing
• Skin, lips, and nails turn blue or dusky
• Loss of consciousness

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