How do you care for a person with a possible head, neck or spinal injury?
a. move the injured area so that it rests above the person's heart.
b. move the person into a comfortable position as soon as possible.
c. support the head in the position you find it. do not try to align it.
d. none of the above?

Respuesta :

The correct answer is "Support the head in the position you find it. Do not try to align it." This is because in a patient with a possible head, neck, or spinal injury, mobilization or moving the the head can potentiate more damage; especially to the cervical vertebra and cervical spine, producing dire consequences such as paralysis and paresthesias. The best thing to do is to support the head and attach a cervical collar, if possible.
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