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Airway obstruction primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
Prevention depends on the cause of the upper airway obstruction. The following methods may help prevent an obstruction:
- Eat slowly and chew food completely.
- Don’t drink too much alcohol before or while eating.
- Keep small objects away from young children.
- Make sure dentures fit properly.
References
References
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