Question 13 of 30
Manual support of the head and neck of the patient with suspected spinal injury can be released:
A
Once the breathing has been checked.
B
When a hard collar has been applied.
C
If the patient is unconscious.
D
When the patient is fully immobilized to a backboard.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: When the patient is fully immobilized to a backboard..
Manual stabilization of the head and neck is vital to prevent movement of an unstable spinal injury. This support must only be released once the patient is fully secured and immobilized to a rigid backboard or stretcher.