Which airway technique is used to open the airway when neck injury is not suspected?

Which airway technique is used to open the airway when neck injury is not suspected?

• A. Jaw Thrust
• B. Head Tilt Chin Lift
• C. Nose pinch
• D. No technique

Answer: (B)

Opening the airway with the head-tilt, chin-lift is used when neck injury is not suspected. This maneuver gently tilts the head back and lifts the chin, moving the tongue away from the back of the throat and opening the airway so air can pass more easily. It’s preferred in uncomplicated situations because it directly widens the passage behind the tongue and improves ventilation. If a cervical spine injury is a concern, you’d use the jaw thrust instead to minimize neck movement. The nose pinch does not open the airway on its own, and opting for no technique would leave the airway obstructed.

Opening the airway with the head-tilt, chin-lift is used when neck injury is not suspected. This maneuver gently tilts the head back and lifts the chin, moving the tongue away from the back of the throat and opening the airway so air can pass more easily. It’s preferred in uncomplicated situations because it directly widens the passage behind the tongue and improves ventilation. If a cervical spine injury is a concern, you’d use the jaw thrust instead to minimize neck movement. The nose pinch does not open the airway on its own, and opting for no technique would leave the airway obstructed.