After a finger sweep performed during airway management, which condition may occur?

The selection stating that the victim may remain unable to breathe is correct because performing a finger sweep is a technique used to remove visible obstructions blocking the airway, typically in cases of choking. However, even after the obstruction is removed, there may still be underlying issues that prevent the victim from breathing effectively. For instance, the airway could still be inflamed or the person may be unconscious due to other medical reasons, which means they might not resume normal breathing immediately after the obstruction is cleared.

While a finger sweep can potentially restore breathing, it does not guarantee that the victim will regain consciousness or be free from further complications requiring assistance. Breathing can be a complex physiological process that may take time to normalize post-obstruction, and other factors may contribute to a person’s inability to breathe even after the obstruction is addressed. Therefore, ongoing monitoring and possibly further intervention may be necessary.