First Aid when swallow foreign object

Overview

    Most objects swallowed will be eliminated naturally
    Sharp objects/objects like battery are dangerous
    Sharp objects should be removed
    Can happen to all
ages
    Common in children of 1-3 years

   Causes

    Certain food like popcorn
    Coins
    Small toys
    Small objects like buttons, beads

   Symptoms

    Coughing
    Difficulty in breathing
    Wheezing

   Treatment

    If breathing is difficult, do Heimlich maneuver
    Seek medical help as quickly as possible

    On someone else
    Stand behind the person
    Wrap your arms around victim's waist
    Tilt the person a little forward
    Make a fist with one hand
    Place it just above the navel
    Hold the fist with the other hand
    Give a hard upward thrust into the abdomen
    Repeat if required

    On Oneself
    Make fist with one hand
    Place fist above navel
    Hold it with other hand
    Bend over a hard surface like a chair
    Give hard upward thrust
    Repeat if required

   Prevention

    Do not give potentially dangerous food to children
    Give small pieces of food to children
    Avoid laughing / talking when eating