Which of the following reasons explains why abdominal thrusts are not recommended for infants younger than 1 year?
a. Their unprotected abdomens and large livers
b. Their abdominal breathing pattern
c. Esophageal pressure less than in adults
d. Vena cava obstructed by the abdominal thrust
ANS: A
Abdominal thrusts are not recommended for infants younger than 1 year because of their rela-tively unprotected abdomens and large livers.
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