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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Airway

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Which of the following is the preferred method for opening the airway of a patient with no suspected spinal injury?
  1. Tongue pull
  2. Head tilt/chin lift
  3. Head tilt/neck lift
  4. Modified jaw thrust
Explanation
Answer: B - The head tilt/chin lift is the preferred method of opening the airway in a patient with no suspected spinal injury. This maneuver is optimal for the rescuer and patient alike; this is due to potential for rescuer fatigue and patient recovery. The modified jaw thrust takes a moderate amount of effort to execute and has potential for harming the muscles surrounding the mandible.
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