Airway Maneuvers (2)

Question 1

Head Tilt Chin Lift Maneuver

Answer 1

1. 1 hand on forehead
2. Tuck fingers under chin
3. Tilt head backwards
4. Press down on chin open airway
5. Visually inspect airway for obstructions
6. Look down the chest, looking for rise and fall
7. Feel breath with cheek over mouth, airway is open
8. If patient is unconsious secure with a NPA

Question 2

Jaw Thrust Maneuver

Answer 2

1. Ring fingers under mandable
2. Middle fingers along jaw line
3. Press up and out with the thumb, visually inspect
4. Look, listen, feel with cheek
5. Look down chest for adequate rise and fall