Choking Treatment
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Responding to Choking Incidents: Step-by-Step Guide
Identifying Choking Incidents
Choking can occur anywhere, including martial arts settings or at home. Here’s how to identify and respond:
- Partial Obstruction: Person can cough, speak, or wheeze despite discomfort.
- Complete Obstruction: Person cannot breathe, may be unable to speak or cough, and is in danger of losing consciousness.
Responding to Partial Obstructions
If the person is coughing and able to breathe:
- Reassure them and encourage coughing to dislodge the object.
- Monitor closely; seek medical help if necessary.
Dealing with Complete Obstructions
If the person cannot breathe and is choking:
- Perform Back Blows: Lean them forward and deliver five sharp blows between the shoulder blades.
- Perform Abdominal Thrusts (Heimlich Manoeuvre): Place a fist above their belly button and thrust inwards and upwards up to five times.
- Repeat Sequence: Alternate between back blows and abdominal thrusts until the obstruction is cleared.
- Call Emergency Services: Call 999 immediately if the obstruction persists or if the person becomes unconscious.
Always monitor the person closely and be prepared to perform CPR if they become unconscious.
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