A high school student and waitress in Louisiana is being celebrated as a hero after surveillance footage captured her quick thinking to save a man from choking inside a local restaurant.
The incident took place at Budatan Asian Cuisine in Moss Bluff, where Madison Brydels, a student-employee, performed the Heimlich maneuver on the choking man and saved his life.
The video shows Madison busy hanging Halloween decorations when she suddenly noticed a customer struggling to breathe. Without hesitation, she rushed to his side and performed the Heimlich maneuver. Within moments, the obstruction cleared, and the man was able to breathe again.
To the astonishment of both staff and diners, Madison calmly walked away soon after, as if nothing had happened.
Brydels’ decisive action has since gone viral, with people online applauding her bravery and presence of mind.
“I honestly don’t see myself as a hero,” Brydels told local news reporters. “It was just a natural reaction. I would have done it to anybody.”
### Netizens React
One user commented, “And she just walked away like nothing hahahahha she’s cool as hell.”
Another said, “Just another normal day for this heroine. Congratulations.”
One user added, “Even the customer was a pro. Lifted his arms to make it easier. Outstanding on both counts.”
Another wrote, “Wow, she just saved his life. God bless her.”
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### What Is the Heimlich Maneuver? When Should You Perform It?
The abdominal thrust maneuver, commonly known as the Heimlich maneuver, is used to treat upper airway obstructions caused by foreign objects. This life-saving technique is often taught during basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) classes, although it doesn’t receive as much attention as chest compressions.
Performing the Heimlich maneuver involves a series of abdominal thrusts designed to forcefully expel the obstruction from the airway, helping the choking person breathe again.
Knowing how and when to perform the Heimlich maneuver can truly save lives—just like Madison Brydels demonstrated in this heroic act.
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