April - First Aid - Choking (Airway Obstruction)

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C&B Marine Safety Resource Manual, April
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For a conscious choking victim, you should pound on the persons back to dislodge the object
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Pounding on the back of a conscious choking victim is not the correct action to dislodge the object. The correct procedure for a conscious choking victim is to perform the Heimlich maneuver, which involves standing behind the person, placing your arms around their waist, making a fist with one hand, and using the other hand to provide support. Then, you should deliver upward thrusts to the abdomen to force air from the lungs and dislodge the object. Pounding on the back may cause the object to become further lodged or cause injury to the victim.

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If the foreign body becomes within reach, force the object deeper to assist breathing
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This statement is incorrect and potentially dangerous. If a foreign body becomes within reach, the correct action is to try to remove it safely, rather than pushing it deeper. Pushing the object deeper can cause further blockage and potentially worsen the situation. It is important to seek immediate medical attention in such cases.

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A finger sweep should only be used on an unconscious choking victim
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
A finger sweep should only be used on an unconscious choking victim because if someone is conscious and choking, it is best to encourage them to cough forcefully to try and dislodge the object themselves. However, if the person becomes unconscious, a finger sweep can be used to remove any visible obstructions from the mouth and throat to clear the airway and allow for proper resuscitation measures to be taken.

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The distress signal for choking is placing the hands on top of the head
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The distress signal for choking is not placing the hands on top of the head. When someone is choking, they typically place their hands around their throat to indicate that they are in distress and need immediate help. Placing the hands on top of the head is not a recognized distress signal for choking.

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A choking victim should be allowed to cough
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
When a person is choking, it is important to encourage them to cough forcefully. Coughing helps to dislodge the obstruction in the airway and allows the person to clear it on their own. Therefore, the statement that a choking victim should be allowed to cough is true. However, the given answer is "False," which contradicts the correct explanation.

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April - First Aid - Choking (Airway Obstruction)

C&B Marine Safety Resource Manual, April

For a conscious choking victim, you should pound on the persons back to dislodge the object

If the foreign body becomes within reach, force the object deeper to assist breathing

A finger sweep should only be used on an unconscious choking victim

The distress signal for choking is placing the hands on top of the head

A choking victim should be allowed to cough