The pediatric patient should be removed from his or her car seat and secured to an appropriate spinal immobilization device if:
A. the car seat is visibly damaged.
B. he or she has no visible injuries.
C. his or her vital signs are stable.
D. he or she even has a minor injury.
Answer: A. the car seat is visibly damaged.
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