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Question
when performing abdominal thrusts on adults and children, in which direction should your thrusts be directed?
choose the correct answer
to the left
in line with the navel
to the right
upward
Brief Explanations
Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) for adults and children are directed upward. This upward force helps to dislodge an object blocking the airway by creating pressure in the abdominal cavity that can push the object out.
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