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Foreign object inhaled: First aid
To perform abdominal thrusts (the Heimlich maneuver) on someone else
To perform the Heimlich maneuver on yourself
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When to seek emergency help
Treatment
Pregnant person or someone you can't get your arms around
Yourself
To perform the Heimlich maneuver on yourself
Content
When to seek emergency help
Treatment
Pregnant person or someone you can't get your arms around
Yourself
Content
If you or your child inhales a foreign object, see your healthcare professional. If an inhaled foreign object causes choking, you'll need to perform first aid.
To prepare yourself for these situations, learn the Heimlich maneuver and CPR in a certified first-aid training course.
