All Choked Up

What is the first step in responding to a choking emergency according to the AHA's "Five-and-Five" approach?

• Perform abdominal thrusts

• Call 911

• Encourage coughing

• Ask, "Are you choking?"

What are the signs that someone is choking?

• Sneezing and runny nose

• Clearing the throat loudly

• Difficulty breathing and inability to speak

• Yawning excessively

When should you call 911 or emergency services during a choking emergency?

• After the person coughs once

• Immediately after recognizing the signs of choking

• Only if the person is unconscious

• Only if you cannot perform abdominal thrusts

Which of the following is a consideration when adapting the Heimlich maneuver for a pregnant individual?

• Apply more force than usual

• Avoid abdominal thrusts and use back blows

• No modifications are needed

• Perform the maneuver higher on the chest

How long should you continue abdominal thrusts during a choking emergency?

• Until the person starts to cough

• For a maximum of 1 minute

• Until the object is expelled or emergency help arrives

• Only if the person is conscious

Why is it important to adapt the force used when performing abdominal thrusts based on the victim's size?

• To avoid causing injury to the rescuer

• To make the procedure more comfortable for the victim

• To ensure the effectiveness of the maneuver

• There is no need to adapt the force

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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

Acquiring consent before assisting a choking person is a must

• True

• False

During hands-on practice, what should you emphasize when giving feedback to participants performing abdominal thrusts?

• The speed of the procedure

• The depth of the compressions

• The importance of maintaining eye contact

• The correct placement of hands and technique

The abdominal thrust maneuver is also known as

• Heimlich maneuver

• Heisman maneuver

• High Five maneuver

• Hold your breath maneuver

What is the primary goal when responding to a choking emergency?

• To wait for professional help to arrive

• To calm the victim down before taking any action

• To quickly and effectively remove the obstruction from the airway

• To provide emotional support to the victim