Question 13 of 30
You are alone and must remove a casualty with a suspected spinal injury from a very hazardous situation. You should
A
Grab his wrists and drag him lengthwise.
B
Keep his body rigid, support his head and neck and roll him away from the scene.
C
Tie his legs together and drag him feet first.
D
Grasp his clothing under his shoulders, support his head and neck, and drag him lengthwise.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: Grasp his clothing under his shoulders, support his head and neck, and drag him lengthwise..
In a hazardous scene where a spinal injury is suspected, the rescuer must prioritize moving the patient to safety. Dragging the patient lengthwise in the long axis of the body helps minimize spinal rotation and secondary injury.