When delivering back blows to a choking individual, where should the person's body position be?

When delivering back blows to a choking individual, the correct body position is that the person should be leaning slightly forward. This position facilitates the gravity-assisted expulsion of the obstruction from the airway, as it helps to create an optimal angle for the object blocking the airway to be dislodged. When leaning forward, the back blows can be effectively delivered between the shoulder blades, which increases the force applied to the back without risking injury or further discomfort to the person.

In this position, any obstruction can be more easily removed because it allows for a clear pathway for the force of the blows to direct upward toward the obstruction. Therefore, this technique is crucial in emergency situations to ensure that the individual can breathe again as quickly and safely as possible.