You are having lunch with friends at a local restaurant. Suddenly, you notice someone at the table next to yours putting his hands up to his throat. He has a fearful look on his face. Which of the following is the appropriate first action to take?
A. Ask the person if he or she is choking
B. Perform CPR
C. Call 911
D. Perform the Heimlich maneuver
E. Place the person in a supine position
A. Ask the person if he or she is choking
These are the universal signs of choking. The first thing you should do is ask the person, "Are you choking"? If the Answer is yes, tell the person you can help.
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