Tips to Avoid Choking

It can be the helmet from a G.I. Joe or a penny off the floor; regardless of the object, children cannot seem to help but put it in their mouths. Although this behavior can often be attributed to natural curiosity, it makes children especially susceptible to injury through choking.

The Numbers

Each year in the United States, 2,800 people die due to a choking incident. A very large percentage of this group is made up of children. Toys and other children’s products were to blame in nearly 70 percent of fatal choking accidents in children ages three and younger. The most common causes of non-fatal choking accidents are foods like hotdogs and candies.

Safety Measures

Safety MeasuresIt should first be noted that as a parent or child care provider, knowing the basics of First Aid and CPR could save your child’s life, should a choking incident occur. When eating meals, insist that they sit down at the table. Set a good example by making eating at the table a routine. This helps you monitor their food. Cut up foods that are firm and can obstruct an airway.

If your child has suffered injury or death due to a choking incident caused by a dangerous toy, you may be entitled to recover damages for your loss. contact the Appleton choking accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C. at 800.472.9334 for a free consultation. We will discuss your case and further legal options.