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How to Open the airway when a neck injury is suspected

May 14, 2007 06:42 PM
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If a neck injury is suspected and the victim is on their back you can use the jaw thrust technique to open the airway. Place your fingers behind the angle of the lower jaw and move it upward. At the same time, use your thumbs to slightly open the mouth.

Open the airway when a neck injury is suspected

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