An 81-year-old woman with severe kyphosis and osteoporosis fell and now complains of neck pain, back pain, and nausea. You can palpate a lateral displacement of a cervical vertebrae. Given the patient's past medical history, what is most appropriate?
A) Transfer her to the stretcher and transport in a position of comfort
B) Place her in a supine position on the long spine board and pad all voids
C) Place her on a backboard without straps or a cervical collar and transport her in supine position
D) Position her on her left side and secure her to the long board
B) Place her in a supine position on the long spine board and pad all voids
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