A 2-year-old boy fell down a flight of stairs. Which instruction would you provide to other EMTs who are immobilizing the patient?
A) "After he is on the board, place a towel behind his head to keep the airway open."
B) "It is better if the collar is a little too big; that is more comfortable for him."
C) "Let's place a folded towel under his shoulders to help maintain head alignment."
D) "Just apply a cervical collar and then place him directly on the stretcher."
C
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