Situations that may lead to choking:

1. Eating too quickly or not chewing food properly
2. Eating large pieces of food
3. Drinking alcohol before or during a meal
4. Laughing or talking while eating
5. Swallowing food without enough liquid
6. Eating while lying down
7. Eating foods that are difficult to chew, such as nuts or hard candies
8. Having a medical condition that affects swallowing, such as a stroke or Parkinson's disease
9. Being distracted while eating, such as watching TV or using a phone
10. Swallowing objects that are not meant to be eaten, such as small toys or coins.

Food-related:

- Eating hard or sticky foods that can easily lodge in the windpipe, such as nuts, seeds, candy, grapes, hot dogs, marshmallows
- Food that is not chewed thoroughly, especially if it is large or tough
- Eating while talking, laughing, or lying down

Non-food-related:

- Small objects, such as toys, coins, buttons, or marbles
- Balloons
- CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) masks if not properly fitted
- Certain medical devices or procedures, such as endotracheal tubes or bronchoscopes
- Vomiting or regurgitation
- Diving accidents (known as barotrauma)
- Physical exertion, such as coughing, sneezing, or exertion
- Certain medical conditions, such as acid reflux or hiatal hernia

Other contributing factors:

- Age (infants and young children are more at risk)
- Impaired swallowing ability, such as after a stroke or brain injury
- Alcohol or drug intoxication
- Neuromuscular disorders that affect swallowing
- Dental issues, such as loose or missing teeth