A young male has experienced a possible neck injury. When you attempt to place his head in a neutral in-line position, he complains of a severe spasm in his neck. You should:
A. apply a chemical ice pack to his neck for pain relief.
B. carefully continue to move his head into a neutral position.
C. immobilize him in the position in which you found him.
D. monitor neurological functions as you gently move his head.
Answer: C. immobilize him in the position in which you found him.
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A) Replace the protruding organs, cover with a dry sterile dressing, and an occlusive dressing. B) Do not replace the protruding organs, cover with a dry sterile dressing, and an occlusive dressing. C) Replace the protruding organs, cover with a sterile dressing moistened with sterile saline, and an occlusive dressing. D) Do not replace the protruding organs, cover with a sterile dressing moistened with sterile saline, and an occlusive dressing.
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