A patient who was involved in a diving accident is found with his head positioned so that his left cheek is touching his left shoulder. He states that he has severe pain in his neck and it hurts to move his head. He denies numbness, tingling, or decreased strength in his arms or legs. What is the EMT's best course of action?
A) Carefully straighten the head and neck so that a cervical collar can be placed
B) Stabilize and maintain the head in the position in which the patient is holding it
C) Straighten his neck, and position the patient on his left side on a long spinal board
D) Avoid palpation of the cervical spine and apply a short vest-type device
B) Stabilize and maintain the head in the position in which the patient is holding it
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