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#smothering asphyxia
/animated 4 f/s
/Smothering
Caused by intentional or accidental obstruction to {airways} (e.g. a pillow).
$2
DIAGNOSIS: Patient distressed. Face is ashen & lips become blue or {cyanosed}. May be semi-conscious.
TREATMENT: Clear {airways}. Call for medical aid urgently as death can occur very rapidly unless the obstruction is cleared.