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When you suspect a conscious adult is choking, what is the correct sequence of actions?
When you suspect a conscious adult is choking, what is the correct sequence of actions?
- Back blows only
- 5 back blows and then abdominal thrusts
- Abdominal thrusts only
- Ask 'Are you choking?' (correct)
What is the primary action to take when dealing with a choking infant with a severe obstruction?
What is the primary action to take when dealing with a choking infant with a severe obstruction?
- Call for help immediately
- Give 5 rescue breaths
- Give up to 5 back blows between the shoulder blades (correct)
- Turn the baby onto their back and give up to 5 chest thrusts
A choking child becomes unconscious, what is the next step?
A choking child becomes unconscious, what is the next step?
- Kneel behind the casualty and begin C.P.R.
- Give 5 rescue breaths
- Call for help immediately
- Give 30 chest compressions to try to relieve the obstruction (correct)
What is the correct way to hold a choking infant for back blows?
What is the correct way to hold a choking infant for back blows?
What is the primary cause of choking in adults?
What is the primary cause of choking in adults?
When dealing with a mild obstruction in an infant, what is the recommended action?
When dealing with a mild obstruction in an infant, what is the recommended action?
What is the initial sign of mild obstruction in a person who is choking?
What is the initial sign of mild obstruction in a person who is choking?
If a casualty becomes unconscious due to choking, what is the next step?
If a casualty becomes unconscious due to choking, what is the next step?
What should you do first when approaching a person who is choking?
What should you do first when approaching a person who is choking?
What should you do if the person's obstruction is severe and they are unable to cough?
What should you do if the person's obstruction is severe and they are unable to cough?
What should you check after giving back blows to a person who is choking?
What should you check after giving back blows to a person who is choking?
How many abdominal thrusts should you try if the person's obstruction persists?
How many abdominal thrusts should you try if the person's obstruction persists?
