If you can see an object obstructing the airway during a finger sweep, what should you do?

When an object obstructing the airway is visible during a finger sweep, the appropriate action is to remove it using your pinky or a similar finger if it can be safely and effectively grasped. This technique is designed to clear the obstruction from the throat without pushing it further down.

Manual intervention is crucial in this scenario, especially if the obstruction is preventing the person from breathing properly. Utilizing your pinky allows for a more delicate approach, minimizing the risk of causing additional blockage or injury.

While abdominal thrusts can be effective in expelling a foreign object in certain situations, they are not advisable when the object is within reach and visible, as this could lead to complications. Continuing chest compressions or performing more back blows would not be suitable either since these methods are typically used for situations where the obstruction is not visible or cannot be easily addressed directly. Thus, using your pinky to remove the visible obstruction is the most effective and logical choice in this scenario.