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Heimlich Maneuver

Description:

The Heimlich Maneuver is an emergency first aid technique used to dislodge a blockage in a person's airway, specifically their windpipe, when they are choking. It involves applying pressure to the abdomen in an upward motion to create a flow of air that can expel the blockage.

Possible Related Products:

• Choking Relief Devices
• First Aid Kits

Sample Sentences:

As a Noun:

• The Heimlich maneuver is an essential skill to learn in case of choking emergencies.
• She successfully performed the Heimlich maneuver on her choking child.

As a Verb:

• If someone is choking, you need to quickly Heimlich maneuver them.
• I had to Heimlich maneuver my coworker when they choked on their lunch.

As an Adjective (Popular):

• The Heimlich maneuver is a popular technique that can save lives.
• Knowing the Heimlich maneuver is crucial for everyone, especially parents.

As an Adjective (Local):

• There are local workshops that offer training in the Heimlich maneuver.
• The local fire department provides free courses on the Heimlich maneuver.