How Should the Heimlich Maneuver Be Modified for an Obese

question 4

Multiple Choice

How should the Heimlich maneuver be modified for an obese patient?

• A) Additional manual thrusts may have to be administered.
• B) The patient may have to be placed in the lateral position.
• C) The patient may have to be placed in the prone position.
• D) Manual thrusts may have to be performed on the front of the patient.

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