A patient is admitted to the hospital after receiving a blow to the head. The patient begins to show signs of shock. How should the patient be positioned?
a. With the head lower than the body
b. Flat with the legs elevated
c. Flat on the back
d. In a side-lying position
ANS: C
If head injuries are suspected, the victim must be kept flat.
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