Proper position for infant back blows

Proper position for infant back blows

• A. Face down along the thigh with the infant's head lower than their body.
• B. Face up on the floor
• C. Sitting upright on a chair
• D. Lying on back

Answer: (A)

Positioning the infant face-down along the rescuer’s thigh (or forearm) with the head lower than the chest/body is essential. This orientation uses gravity to help the obstruction move toward the mouth and gives you stable support to deliver firm back blows between the shoulder blades. The head-down angle keeps the airway aligned and prevents pushing the object deeper, while also allowing you to apply controlled blows safely. Other positions don’t provide the correct angle or support for effective back blows.

Positioning the infant face-down along the rescuer’s thigh (or forearm) with the head lower than the chest/body is essential. This orientation uses gravity to help the obstruction move toward the mouth and gives you stable support to deliver firm back blows between the shoulder blades. The head-down angle keeps the airway aligned and prevents pushing the object deeper, while also allowing you to apply controlled blows safely. Other positions don’t provide the correct angle or support for effective back blows.