…five back blows appropriate to the infant’s size. Often, the obstruction clears within the first one or two blows.
If not:
- Turn the infant onto its back
- Support the head and neck
- Give five chest thrusts in the same position used for infant CPR
Continue alternating five back blows and five chest thrusts until the obstruction clears or the infant becomes unresponsive.
Tomorrow we look at what to do if choking leads to unconsciousness.
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Data and information are fact-checked against various recognised sources, including the New Zealand Resuscitation Council, Health Navigator New Zealand, St John, and other recognised entities specialising in the specific subject content. It should be noted that there are variances in protocols, which are identified where necessary.