How should you perform chest thrusts on a choking pregnant woman or large adult?

To effectively perform chest thrusts on a choking pregnant woman or a large adult, the technique focuses on providing thrusts in a way that is both effective for dislodging an airway obstruction and safe for the individual. The correct method involves placing your arms under the person's armpits and pulling back, which allows you to apply thrusts directly to the chest in a forward motion. This approach is crucial because it minimizes the risk of injury to the abdomen, which is particularly important when dealing with a pregnant woman, as direct pressure to the abdominal area can cause harm to both the mother and fetus.

This technique is an adaptation of the standard Heimlich maneuver, modified for those with larger body types or for pregnant individuals. The goal is to create enough pressure to expel the object causing the choking without compromising the safety of the person being assisted.