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  1. #smothering asphyxia
  2. /animated 4 f/s
  3. /Smothering 
  4. Caused by intentional or accidental obstruction to {airways} (e.g. a pillow).
  5. $2
  6. DIAGNOSIS: Patient distressed. Face is ashen & lips become blue or {cyanosed}. May be semi-conscious.
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  9. TREATMENT: Clear {airways}. Call for medical aid urgently as death can occur very rapidly unless the obstruction is cleared. 
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