When performing the head-tilt chin-lift technique how do you straighten the casuality's windpipe to allow air movement in and out of the lungs?

Answer 1

Gently tilt the casualty's head by applying downward pressure on the forehead while gently lifting the chin upward.

Answer 2

Gently tilt the casualty's head by applying downward pressure on the forehead while gently lifting the chin upwards. That will straighten the windpipe and open the airway.

Answer 3

Tilting the head back via the head tilt chin lift method lifts the back of the tongue away from the airway to open it. It doesn't straighten the airway to allow air in.

Answer 4

gently tilt the casualty's head by applying downward pressure on the forehead while gently lifting the chin upward.

Answer 5

Head tilt chin lift will open the airway.