If aspiration of a foreign body is suspected and one attempt to ventilate is not successful,your next intervention is to

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If one attempt to ventilate is not successful, it indicates that there may be a foreign body obstructing the airway. In this case, the next intervention should be to quickly deliver four abdominal thrusts to try and dislodge the foreign body. If this is not successful, further interventions such as modified Heimlich maneuver or removal with forceps may be necessary. Administering four quick breaths or repositioning the head may not solve the immediate issue of an obstructed airway. Back blows are not recommended as they may push the foreign body further into the airway.

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