Tuesday, March 15, 2016

How to Perform the Heimlich Maneuver on a Toddler

It's common for toddlers to put items and food in their mouths. Sometimes, this tendency can cause a toddler to choke. Children can lose consciousness quickly so it's important to know how to effectively clear the airway by performing the Heimlich maneuver. If the Heimlich maneuver fails to dislodge the item obstructing the airway and the child becomes unconscious, you'll need to move on to CPR.

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