JBL Airway Practice Test

The recommended technique for performing bag-mask ventilation emphasizes the importance of achieving a good seal while utilizing the E-C clamp technique. This technique involves forming a "C" shape with your thumb and index finger to grasp the mask and apply it to the patient's face, while using the other three fingers (forming an "E") to pull the mandible up towards the mask. This approach helps create a proper fit, ensuring that the airway is adequately sealed, which is crucial for effective ventilation. A good seal minimizes air leakage, allowing the delivered breaths to inflate the lungs properly.

Additionally, it is essential to maintain the airway's patency during this process. Ensuring a tight fit enables the health care provider to effectively deliver breaths and ensures that the patient receives adequate oxygenation and ventilation. This technique is widely taught in advanced airway management courses and is foundational for effective bag-mask ventilation.