A 2-year-old boy fell down a flight of stairs, is crying loudly, and is very difficult to communicate with. Because you are unable to clear the spine, you elect to initiate spine motion restriction precautions. Which instruction would you provide to other EMTs who are initiating this care for 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 and back to help maintain head alignment."
D) "Use an adult 'no neck' collar since those fit almost everyone."
C) "Let's place a folded towel under his shoulders and back to help maintain head alignment."
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A. 30 B. 60 C. 90 D. 120