A patient with suspected cervical spine trauma requires airway management. Which manual technique is indicated to open the airway while maintaining spinal immobilization?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Modified jaw-thrust maneuver without head extension
Answer: Modified jaw-thrust maneuver without head extension.
Why not the others: Head-tilt chin-lift produces cervical extension and risks spinal cord compression; Hyperflexion severely narrows the cervical spinal canal; Lateral rotation can sever the damaged spinal cord.
Why not the others: Head-tilt chin-lift produces cervical extension and risks spinal cord compression; Hyperflexion severely narrows the cervical spinal canal; Lateral rotation can sever the damaged spinal cord.
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