A piece of food is stuck, and there’s no one around… A firefighter-rescuer explains the only thing you can do to save yourself if you’re choking. 👉

If nothing happens after three full cycles of back blows and abdominal compressions, immediately call emergency services (15 or 112 in France, 999 in the UK, 911 in the US) and continue the maneuvers until help arrives.Health

Here again, the goal is to clear the airway and arrange urgent transport to the hospital if necessary. If the baby is in distress, unable to cry, cough, or breathe:Emergency services

Lay him face down against your forearm, head downwards, supporting his back and head well.
Give up to five slaps on the back with the heel of your hand.
Check its mouth and remove any visible foreign objects.
Never perform blind sweeping with your finger in your mouth.
If the obstruction is still present:

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