While eating in a restaurant,a nurse notices that a customer at the next table begins to clutch his throat while eating a steak.What should the nurse do first?

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The first step in this situation is to confirm if the customer is choking. This can be done by asking them if they are okay and if they can speak. If they cannot speak or nod, then the nurse can move on to performing the Heimlich maneuver or giving back blows. However, assessing the situation and confirming the need for immediate action is the priority.

While Eating in a Restaurant,a Nurse Notices That a Customer