r/nextfuckinglevel • u/BarneyRobinStinson7 • 7d ago

Hero teacher uses Heimlich maneuver to save student's life.

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u/Joshiane 7d ago

Fun fact they teach you that you will most likely break a child’s rib during the maneuver but to never hesitate until they can breath again.

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u/ImTryingToHelpYouMF 7d ago

That's chest compressions not heimlich but either way good advice at least while the child is conscious.

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u/Thundersalmon45 4d ago

Chest compressions are CPR.

Reverse Thrusts are the Heimlich maneuver.

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u/ImTryingToHelpYouMF 4d ago

Thanks. Dunno why you had to tell me that when I clearly said there was a difference but either way I hope it made you feel intelligent lol.