When should you consider using rapid extrication to remove the patient with a suspected spine injury from the vehicle?
A. When the patient has a history of diabetes.
B. When the trap out time to the hospital will be longer than usual.
C. When the patient is over 50 years of age.
D. When the patient is blocking the access to a much more serious patient in the vehicle.
Answer: D. When the patient is blocking the access to a much more serious patient in the vehicle.
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