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Foreign Objects in Kids: What to Do | Guyana News
Kids’ curiosity can turn harmless objects into life-threatening emergencies—coins, batteries, magnets, and beads can cause choking, internal damage, or even death if swallowed or inhaled. Button batteries are especially dangerous, causing severe harm in just two hours. Young children under five are most at risk due to small airways and limited understanding. If choking, encourage coughing; if not breathing, call emergency services immediately. For infants, use back blows and chest thrusts; for older kids, back blows and abdominal thrusts. Stay calm, don’t attempt removal yourself, and seek…
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