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Choking hazards: no whole nuts, grapes or popcorn

Choking hazards: no whole nuts, grapes or popcorn

Quarter grapes, grind nuts, sit while eating.

Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)

  • Round, firm foods block small airways.
  • Most choking happens at mealtimes.
  • Over 1 year: use abdominal thrusts.
Primary Citation: AAP; IAP
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming