Objects that may cause choking in young children
Teach your child not to put objects in his or her mouth. The following objects may cause choking in young children.
- Toys, such as:
- Jacks, marbles, and marble-sized balls
- Latex balloons, either uninflated or broken pieces. Balloons are easily inhaled into the windpipe.
- Those with small detachable parts, like wheels
- Household objects, such as:
- Coins
- Adhesive bandages
- Buttons
- Beads and other jewelry
- Thumbtacks and screws
- Paper clips, pen tops, and safety pins
- Clothing price tags
- Small holiday decorations
- Kitchen items, such as:
- Eggshells
- Bottle caps
- Plastic tabs from protective coverings on containers
| Author: | Debby Golonka, MPH | Last Updated: January 5, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Thomas Emmett Francoeur, MDCM, CSPQ, FRCPC - Pediatrics | |
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