Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) for adults and children
- Position yourself behind the victim
- Wrap your arms around the victim's waist
- Make a fist and place the thumb side just above the navel.
- Hold your fist with the other arm
- Push inward and upward, which is a thrust
- Repeat the thrust until the object is expelled from the airway or until the victim is unresponsive.
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