To make sure that the person can breathe
Airway; open the airway is tip the head and check for breathing.
to ensure the airway isn't blocked by a foreign object
The proper airway management technique is to first, sweep the mouth and check the airway for obstructions. Then position the person's head so that the airway is as open as possible to facilitate breathing.
no pulse. check airway, check breathing, check circulation. begin CPR.
If the patient is choking, the first priority is to clear the airway, not check the pulse. The airway should be cleared first, and then once the rescue breaths go in, check for a pulse.
The first step is the "A" step or Airway. Open the Airway; tip the head and check for breathing.
A - Airway Check that casualty's airway is clear B - Breathing Check if the casualty is breathing C - Circulation eg. Check if casualty has blood circulation, control any blood loss, etc
check and treat for airway obstruction
Check to see if the chest rises and falls
Re-position the airway, check for objects obstructing the airway, then attempt rescue breaths again.
check the airway is clear
Tap the person firmly and shout at them to assess for responsiveness, then open their airway and check for breathing.