Question

When delivering back slaps to an infant who is choking, the rescuer should use the heel of the hand and forcefully deliver the slap between the infant's shoulder blades

A)True
B)False

Answer 1

The rescuer should not use the heel of the hand and forcefully deliver back slaps to an infant who is choking.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement is B) False. When delivering back slaps to an infant who is choking, the rescuer should use the middle finger side of the hand and deliver gentle back slaps between the infant's shoulder blades. This helps to dislodge the obstructing object. Using the heel of the hand and forcefully delivering the slap can cause further harm to the infant.