1. If the choking victim is unconscious, hold the victim's tongue, and lift the chin.

    

2. Slide your index finger down the inside of the cheek, and sweep out any loose objects.

    

3. If the victim is not breathing, pinch the victim's nose shut, and seal your lips tightly around the mouth.

    

4. Give two slow breaths, removing your mouth between breaths.

    

5. Position the heel of one of your hands against the middle of the victim's abdomen, just above the navel and below the ribs. Place your other hand on top of the first.

    

6. Give quick thrusts, pressing your hands inward and upward to dislodge the blockage.
   

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