First Aid
Adult: Unconscious Choking
Step 1
Give Rescue Breaths
Retilt the head and give another rescue breath.
Step 2
Give 30 Chest Compressions
If the chest still does not rise, give 30 chest compressions.
Step 3
Look for and Remove Object If Seen
Step 4
Give 2 Rescue Breaths
What To Do Next
- If breaths do not make the chest rise-repeat steps 2 through 4
- If the chest clearly rises-check for breathing. Give care based on conditions found.
Tip
Person must be on firm, flat surface. Remove CPR breathing barrier when giving chest compressions.
For Adults
There are also chances of other injuries occurring to adults that are not as common or not present with children and infants such as:
- Head, neck and/or spinal injuries
- Stoke (think F.A.S.T.- Face, Arm, Speech, Time)