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Adult choking — DIPIMC MCQ

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An adult clutches the throat at a restaurant, is unable to speak or cough and remains conscious.

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Correct answer: D — Give up to five back blows followed by up to five abdominal thrusts.

Severe choking with an ineffective cough is treated with up to five back blows then up to five abdominal thrusts, repeating the cycle until the obstruction clears or the patient becomes unresponsive. Blind finger sweeps risk pushing the object further down. A patient with a mild, effective cough should instead be encouraged to keep coughing.

Reference: Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines (2025)