SCENARIOUse this scenario to answer the following question(s).You and your partner decide to stop at the local restaurant to have lunch. A family sitting across from you seems to be having fun while joking with the children. All of a sudden you hear a shriek and see the mother lifting the child from the high chair. The mother screams, "My baby can't breathe." The 11-month-old boy is conscious and not making any noises. His eyes are wide open, and his skin is turning blue around the lips.Which of the following would you perform on a conscious infant who has a complete airway obstruction?
A. Upside position and shakes
B. Back blows and chest thrusts
C. Blind finger sweep
D. Abdominal thrusts
Answer: B
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