1. Fingers of 1 hand under
mandible. 2. Gently lift upwards - bring
chin anterior. 3. Thumb of same hand gently
opens mouth
- may also place thumb behind lower incisors to gently lift chin. Note
Do not hyperextend the neck.
Jaw
Thrust
1. Grasp
the angles of the lower jaw, one in each hand. 2. Displace the mandible
forward Note
Ensures a good seal for bag-masking.