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A collateral wounded soldier on the scene is an important element that increases the chances of survival. This ability allows for the effective elimination of the factors leading to inevitable death. The most important tasks in the environment beyond the tactical execution of combat includes the following: stop any hemorrhage, obtain airway patency and obtain efficient respiration. Ensuring airway and efficient respiration is a fundamental skill that requires both a soldier and a combat rescuer because it is not possible to get the victim to the hospital in adequate time. The wounded presenting with dyspnea and cyanosis will require immediate assistance. Due to the unpredictability of the situation in the tactical environment, methods of airway management must take into account; the zone of action, mechanism of injury, and the time required for the implementation of intervention, stress, weather conditions and the skills of the rescuer. The person assisting must therefore consider and plan the various treatment options since the method of effectiveness in one case may not be sufficient in others. Always start with the simplest rescuing methods. If proven to be sufficient, do not expose the victim to potential complications and hazards associated with the performance of advanced emergency treatments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]