Heimlich manoeuver

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

nounHeimlich manoeuver (plural Heimlich manoeuvers)

plural Heimlich manoeuvers

  1. alternativeAlternative spelling of Heimlich maneuver.
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