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Principles and Techniques of Trauma Care

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TECHNIQUES FOR OPENING THE<br />

AIRWAY<br />

Modified jaw thrust<br />

In case <strong>of</strong> trauma<br />

• Stabilize cervical spine<br />

• Do not lift head!<br />

• Open airway using jaw<br />

thrust<br />

• Remove foreign body if<br />

visible<br />

• Clear secretions<br />

• Give oxygen 5 L/min<br />

17 |<br />

Emergency <strong>and</strong> Essential Surgical <strong>Care</strong> (EESC) programme<br />

www.who.int/surgery

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