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PTA Physical Therapy Assistant

Category - Safety, Professionalism, and Evidence-Based Care

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What is the first aid for an infant with an obstructed airway?
  1. Flip infant face down
  2. Give five back throws
  3. Put finger to hold object
  4. A and B
Explanation
Answer: D - Flip infant face down and give five back throws is the first aid for an infant with an obstructed airway.

In the case of an infant with obstructed airway, flip the child face down and provide five back throws.
The fingers should not be put blindly into the child's mouth in hopes of finding the object. Do this only if the object is visible.
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