concept   choking
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, choking is a prevalent and serious emergency situation, with widespread awareness of prevention and first aid techniques.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 choke United States Choking hazards are often associated with young children and precautions are taken to prevent accidental ingestion. 1
2 choke United States Choking hazards are often identified on food packaging and choking prevention techniques are widely taught and known. 1
3 choke United States Choking on food is a common emergency situation, and individuals are taught how to perform the Heimlich maneuver to help someone who is choking. 1
4 choking US Choking is a serious health emergency, and people are trained in first aid techniques to help someone who is choking. 1
5 choking United States Basic first aid training often includes techniques for aiding a choking individual 1
6 choking United States Perform Heimlich maneuver to dislodge the object stuck in the throat 1
7 choking United States Choking is a serious emergency that requires immediate intervention, such as the Heimlich maneuver or CPR. 1