ABSTRACT
This chapter provides information for performing head tilt and jaw thrust technique. It begins with a case scenario of a 59-year-old woman who lost consciousness and fallen to the ground in the hospital cafeteria; gurgling noises can be heard from the patient. The chapter then includes details on indications, contraindications, and information about supplies and technique. Pearls and pitfalls are also incorporated, providing additional insights and practical advice not always available in other textbooks or articles. Jaw thrust alone can be used if any cervical spine injury is suspected or if the patient has Down syndrome.
