Which of the following are major hazards associated with abdominal thrusts?
1) Rupture of abdominal viscera
2) Laceration of abdominal viscera
3) Rupture of thoracic viscera
4) Increased intracranial pressure

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Abdominal thrusts, while effective in relieving choking, can be forceful enough to cause internal injuries, including the rupture and laceration of abdominal organs (1 and 2) and even the rupture of thoracic organs due to the upward pressure (3). Increased intracranial pressure (4) is not typically associated with abdominal thrusts.

Which of the Following Are Major Hazards Associated with Abdominal