USING A RESUSCITATION MASK
Note: Always follow standard precautions when providing care. Always select the properly sized mask for the victim.
1.ASSEMBLE THE RESUSCITATION MASK
■ Attach the one-way valve to the resuscitation mask, if necessary.
2.POSITION THE MASK
■ Kneel to the side of or above the victim’s head and place the rim of the mask between the
victim’s lower lip and chin.
■ Lower the resuscitation mask until it covers the victim’s mouth and nose.
3.SEAL THE MASK
■ From a position either on the side of or
above the victim’s head, apply even,
downward pressure to seal the top and
bottom of the mask.
■ If you suspect a head, neck or spinal
injury, without moving the victim’s
head, apply even, downward pressure
with your thumbs to seal the mask.
4.OPEN THE AIRWAY
■ From the side of the victim’s head, tilt the head back and lift the chin.
■ From above the victim’s head, tilt the head back and lift the jaw.
■ If you suspect a head, neck or spinal injury, without tilting the head back, push or thrust the
lower jaw up with your fingers along the jawbone.
5.BLOW INTO THE MASK
■ Each ventilation should last about 1 second and make the victim’s
chest clearly rise.
■ The chest should fall before the next ventilation is given.