When giving abdominal thrusts to an adult who is choking, where should you position your fist?

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when giving abdominal thrusts to an adult who is choking, where should you position your fist?

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when giving abdominal thrusts to an adult who is choking, where should you position your fist?

Answer: When giving abdominal thrusts (also known as the Heimlich maneuver) to an adult who is choking, you should position your fist just above the navel (belly button) and below the ribcage. Here are the steps to perform abdominal thrusts:

  1. Stand behind the choking adult and wrap your arms around their waist.
  2. Make a fist with one hand and place the thumb side against the middle of the victim’s abdomen, above the navel and below the ribcage.
  3. Grasp your fist with your other hand and provide firm support.
  4. Perform quick inward and upward thrusts, using your body weight, to deliver a forceful upward pressure on the abdomen. Each thrust should be a separate and distinct movement.
  5. Continue performing abdominal thrusts until the object causing the choking is expelled or until the victim becomes unconscious.

It’s important to note that if the person becomes unconscious, you should lower them gently to the ground and begin CPR, starting with chest compressions. In such cases, it is important to seek immediate medical assistance.