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Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Intro<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Types of Basic Airway Procedures<\/a>\n
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    1. Head Tilt\u2013Chin Lift Maneuver<\/a>\n
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      1. \u201cWhen & How to Perform the Head Tilt\u2013Chin Lift Maneuver\u201d Infographic<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Jaw Thrust Maneuver<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA) Insertion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) Insertion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. When to Perform the Jaw Thrust Maneuver vs. the Head Tilt\u2013Chin Lift Maneuver<\/a>\n
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        1. Special Considerations for Suspected Spinal Cord Injuries<\/a>\n
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          1. \u201cWhen & How to Perform the Jaw Thrust Maneuver\u201d Infographic<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. How to Perform the Jaw Thrust Maneuver<\/a>\n
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            1. \u201cThe Complete Guide to Performing the Jaw Thrust Maneuver\u201d PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. How to Get Your Staff CPR Certified<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              When performing CPR rescue breaths<\/a>, it\u2019s essential to ensure that the victim’s airway remains clear. In most cases, rescuers can tilt the victim\u2019s head and lift their chin to optimize airflow into the lungs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              However, if the victim has experienced certain kinds of injuries, tilting their head could be inadvisable and even dangerous. In such cases, the jaw thrust maneuver \u2014 sometimes called the modified jaw thrust maneuver \u2014 should be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              In this article, you\u2019ll learn how to perform the jaw thrust maneuver properly so that you can add it to your quiver of essential first aid techniques. However, as with all life-saving first aid techniques, knowing when to use the jaw thrust maneuver is just as important as knowing how to perform it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Read on to learn how and when to use the jaw thrust maneuver!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Types of Basic Airway Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              When someone is struggling to breathe, every second counts. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to know how to manage their airway effectively. These basic airway procedures are straightforward but life-saving skills that everyone, from first responders to good samaritans, should know to be prepared in emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Head Tilt\u2013Chin Lift Maneuver<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              This technique is used to open the airway in an unresponsive victim. By placing one hand on the victim\u2019s forehead and the other hand under the chin, you gently tilt the head back and lift the chin upward. This maneuver helps lift the tongue off the back of the throat, allowing air to pass through the airway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Want an easy-to-follow resource for the head tilt\u2013chin lift maneuver? Check out our infographic below, which outlines when and how to perform this life-saving technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              Jaw Thrust Maneuver<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              If a victim has a suspected cervical spine injury, the jaw thrust maneuver is preferred. This method helps open the airway while minimizing potential injury to the neck and spine, making it ideal for victims with possible injuries to these areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA) Insertion<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              An OPA is a device that maintains an open airway by preventing the tongue from obstructing the back of the throat. To use an OPA, measure the device from the corner of the mouth to the ear lobe, then gently insert it into the mouth while rotating it 180 degrees to avoid pushing the tongue back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) Insertion<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              An NPA is a device used in cases where an OPA can\u2019t be used, often due to gag reflex or trauma. To use an NPA, measure the airway from the tip of the nose to the earlobe, then gently insert it into the nostril, ensuring it follows the natural curve of the nasal passage. This device helps keep the airway open while allowing for natural breathing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              These procedures ensure that everyone has a fighting chance when faced with breathing difficulties, making you and your team members an invaluable asset in any emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              When to Perform the Jaw Thrust Maneuver vs. the Head Tilt\u2013Chin Lift Maneuver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              While the head tilt\u2013chin lift maneuver works well in many cases and has the advantage of being somewhat easier to perform, it shouldn\u2019t be used in scenarios in which there\u2019s a possibility of neck injury<\/a>. The jaw thrust maneuver should be used whenever there\u2019s an injury to the cervical spine that could be aggravated by the head tilt\u2013chin lift maneuver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              You may not always be able to tell whether the victim has suffered a spinal injury, so if the emergency involves any potential physical trauma, such as a car accident, a fall, or other injury, use the jaw thrust maneuver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              In general, it’s better to be safe than sorry. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              If you come across an unresponsive person and don\u2019t know what happened to them, it\u2019s best to perform the jaw thrust maneuver as opposed to the head tilt\u2013chin lift maneuver just in case they\u2019ve suffered an injury to their cervical spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Special Considerations for Suspected Spinal Cord Injuries<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              When dealing with a suspected spinal cord injury, extra caution avoids causing further harm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Traditional methods of opening a victim\u2019s airway like the head tilt\u2013chin lift maneuver should be avoided as they can move the head and neck, potentially aggravating the injury. Instead, focus on techniques that maintain spinal stability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              The jaw thrust maneuver becomes especially important in these cases. It allows you to open the airway while keeping the head and neck in a fixed position, reducing the risk of additional spinal damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              If any adjustment or movement is needed, use soft padding or manual stabilization to maintain a neutral head and neck position. This careful approach helps protect the spinal cord and reduces the risk of paralysis or other spine-related injuries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Your attention to these special considerations can significantly impact the victim’s outcome and their recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Understand when and how to perform the jaw thrust maneuver with our infographic below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              How to Perform the Jaw Thrust Maneuver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              When performed correctly, the jaw thrust maneuver brings the victim\u2019s tongue away from their throat<\/a>. This prevents airway obstruction during rescue breathing without risk of aggravating any injuries to the cervical spine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              In addition to being useful during CPR, the jaw thrust maneuver<\/a> can also be used in any other situation in which an unconscious person with a potential spinal injury is at risk of blocking their airway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              To perform the jaw thrust maneuver, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Kneel down above the victim\u2019s head. Place your hands on either side of the victim’s face.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Position your middle fingers on the angle of the victim\u2019s jaw, and place your thumbs on the victim\u2019s cheekbones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              3. Gently squeeze your fingers and palms together while moving the victim\u2019s jaw forward. Then carefully push the victim\u2019s jaw downward, toward their feet. Make sure the victim\u2019s head remains stationary and that you\u2019re not applying pressure to the neck.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              4. Monitor the victim\u2019s breathing and adjust your technique as needed while keeping the head and neck stable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                On top of helping rescuers save lives, the jaw thrust maneuver also helps mitigate spinal injuries. As such, it\u2019s an essential first aid technique that everyone should know, particularly those whose jobs require them to be CPR certified<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                To help you and your team stay prepared in emergencies, we\u2019ve put together a complete guide to performing the jaw thrust maneuver. Download and distribute the guide by clicking the button below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                Download the Guide Here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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                How to Get Your Staff CPR Certified<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                Knowing how to perform valuable first aid techniques like the jaw thrust maneuver can help save lives. That\u2019s why it is so important to make sure your staff members are trained on how to perform it, along with other lifesaving skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Looking for the best first step? ProTrainings can help! With our portfolio of outstanding online first aid classes and certifications, we make getting your whole team trained and certified quicker, easier, and more convenient than ever before.
                Check out our website<\/a> to learn more about how we can streamline the process of getting your staff CPR certified<\/a> and ready for any emergency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                While the head-tilt chin-lift technique works well in many cases and has the advantage of being somewhat easier to perform, it should not be used in scenarios in which there is a possibility of neck injury. The jaw thrust maneuver should be used whenever there is an injury to the cervical spine that could be aggravated by the head-tilt chin-lift.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":12541,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"Jaw thrust maneuver","_yoast_wpseo_title":"%%title%% %%page%% | %%sitename%%","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"The jaw thrust maneuver is a technique to open a patient\u2019s airway without aggravating spinal injuries. 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