Personal careQuestion 834 of 1700
How long do you continue thrusts for a choking victim?
- For exactly five thrusts, then stop and check the mouth
- Until the object comes out or the person is unresponsive
- For one full minute, then stop and rest
- Until the nurse arrives at the resident’s side
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Correct answer: Until the object comes out or the person is unresponsive
If the person passes out, tell the nurse or call 911.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.23: Skills Checklist- Choking Maneuver
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026