Signs of Choking
What is the universal sign of choking?
Clutching the throat with both hands.
What is the first thing you should do when you see someone choking?
Ask, “Are you choking?” and get consent to help.
What method is used if the person is pregnant or obese?
Use chest thrusts instead of abdominal thrusts.
What is the emergency number in Australia to call if someone is in immediate danger?
000 (Triple Zero)
How many continents are there in the world?
world?Seven
Name two signs that someone is choking.
Inability to talk and silent coughing or wheezing.
What are the two techniques used to dislodge an object?
Back blows and abdominal thrusts (Heimlich manoeuvre).
Where should chest thrusts be delivered?
On the lower half of the sternum, above the xiphoid process.
What are the three steps in the St John Personal Safety Response Framework?
NO – GO – TELL
What is the chemical symbol for gold?
Au
Why might a choking person be unable to speak?
The airway is partially or fully blocked, preventing airflow to vocal cords.
How many back blows should you give before switching to abdominal thrusts?
5 back blows.
Why are abdominal thrusts not recommended for infants?
They can cause internal injuries; back blows and chest thrusts are safer.
Name three appropriate examples of trusted adults or services you could talk to if you feel unsafe.
Parent or carer, teacher or youth leader, school counsellor, GP, or helpline.
What is the smallest country in the world by area?
Vatican City
How can you distinguish choking from a simple cough?
A choking person will struggle to breathe and may not make any sound; a cough is productive
What should you do if the person becomes unconscious
Start CPR immediately and call for emergency help.
What position should you place the infant in to deliver back blows?
Face down along your forearm, with the head lower than the chest.
What are the types of bullying?
Physical, Social, Verbal, Cyber
Who voiced Woody in Toy Story?
Tom Hanks
What should you do if a person is choking but still coughing forcefully?
Encourage them to keep coughing and monitor them closely.
Why is it important to alternate between back blows and abdominal thrusts?
It increases the chance of dislodging the object through different force directions.
How should you help a choking person in a wheelchair?
Perform abdominal or chest thrusts while the person remains seated, or tilt the wheelchair if possible.
What are the 4 most common mental illnesses
Depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, deliberate self-harm
What’s the technical term for the fear of long words?
Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia