The Valsalva maneuver is used with patients who have suspected heart abnormalities, often in conjunction with echocardiography.
jaw-thrust maneuver
head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver
A correct chin lift saves 80% of unconscious casualties
jaw-thrust maneuver
The jaw thrust is a maneuver used in first aid and emergency medicine to open a person's airway, particularly when they are unconscious or have a suspected spinal injury. It involves placing the fingers behind the angle of the jaw and pushing it forward while stabilizing the head and neck. This technique helps to prevent airway obstruction by lifting the tongue away from the back of the throat, allowing for easier breathing. It is often preferred over the head-tilt-chin-lift method in certain situations, especially when spinal injuries are a concern.
The technique commonly used to open an adult victim's airway is the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver. This involves tilting the head back slightly by placing one hand on the victim's forehead and using the other hand to lift the chin forward. This action helps to lift the tongue away from the back of the throat, allowing air to flow into the airway. It's important to avoid this method if there is a suspected spinal injury, in which case a jaw-thrust maneuver may be more appropriate.
The common first aid technique for a person choking is the Heimlich Maneuver
the heimlich maneuver
That was a strange maneuver when he moved over there.
Maneuver can be either a noun or a verb.For example:NOUN: The police officer used a PIT maneuver to stop the fleeing suspect.VERB: I will maneuver my vehicle into position.
Yes, it is a verb (to maneuver). But it can also be a noun.