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11 years ago
What happens when a person who is choking is treated using the Heimlich maneuver?
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In this action, compression is applied to the abdomen immediately inferior to the diaphragm. This action raises the diaphragm forcefully, which may generate enough pressure to expel the blockage, rapidly. Once the item blocking the airway is removed, the person usually recovers quickly.
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