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Back blows in a choking adult should be delivered:
Use the heel of the hand between the scapulae. The correct answer is "Between the shoulder blades with the heel of the hand". This reflects the accepted standar
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Question: Back blows in a choking adult should be delivered:
Answer options: ✅ Between the shoulder blades with the heel of the hand
- On the lower back
- On the head
- With a closed fist
Correct answer: Between the shoulder blades with the heel of the hand
Explanation: Use the heel of the hand between the scapulae. The correct answer is "Between the shoulder blades with the heel of the hand". This reflects the accepted standard for the firstaid assessment and aligns with the official handbook for this competency.
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