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saraeharris

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on: Jul 4, 2018

Explain the proper hand placement for the obstructed airway maneuver.

Question 2

Interest in fitness tends to peak in
a. January. c. December.
b. summer. d. both A and B.

bfulkerson77

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Reply #1 on: Jul 4, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Wrap your hands around the victim's waist and make a fist with one hand. Place the thumb side of the fist against the victim's abdomen directly above the navel but below the sternum. Grasp the fist with your other hand.

Answer to Question 2

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