What is the correct position for administering rescue breaths in an adult?

The correct position for administering rescue breaths in an adult is the head-tilt, chin-lift position. This technique is crucial for ensuring that the airway remains open during resuscitation efforts. By tilting the head back and lifting the chin, you help to prevent the tongue from obstructing the airway. This position aligns the airway properly, facilitating the passage of air into the lungs when rescue breaths are given.

Properly positioning the head and chin enhances the effectiveness of the ventilation process, ensuring that oxygen can be delivered to the lungs more efficiently. It is an essential step in both adult CPR and rescue breathing protocols and is widely recommended by emergency response guidelines.

Other positions, such as a neutral position with the head slightly forward or a supine position with the chin lowered, do not provide the same level of airway openness, making it more challenging to deliver effective breaths. The side-lying position is not suitable for delivering rescue breaths as it does not maintain an open airway conducive to ventilation.