Heimlich maneuvers

A form of Heimlich maneuver — A first aid procedure used to treat choking. The patient is lifted from behind, squeezing their diaphragm to expel air and thereby dislodging an obstruction in the windpipe.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Heimlich maneuver
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