Step-by-Step
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Look for signs of choking.
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Call 911 if your baby can’t breathe or make sounds.
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Put your baby face-down on your forearm.
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Give back slaps between the shoulder blades.
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Use the heel of your hand to give 5 back slaps.
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Turn your baby face-up.
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Give chest thrusts just below the nipple line.
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Use the heel of your hand to give 5 chest thrusts.
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Repeat these steps until the object pops out.
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Online Medical Reviewer: Marianne Fraser MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Rita Sather RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Ronald Karlin MD
Date Last Reviewed: 08/01/2024
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