What to avoid

• Don't poke or prod the object. Fingers, cotton swabs and other tools might cause swelling and more damage. If the object is pushed deeper into the nose, it may be harder to remove. And it could cause choking.
• Don't inhale the object. You might choke. Instead, breathe through your mouth until the object is removed.
• Don't wash out the object. You might choke if the object is washed into the airway. Also, some objects may cause more damage when wet.