A football player sustained a possible spinal injury when he was tackled. He is conscious and alert, complains of pain to the mid-cervical spine region, and has stable vital signs. You should:
A. cut the facemask portion of the helmet off to monitor his airway.
B. remove the helmet and immobilize him in the usual fashion.
C. immobilize him with his helmet on unless it is not tight-fitting.
D. gently move the helmet to ensure that it is tight-fitting.
Answer: C. immobilize him with his helmet on unless it is not tight-fitting.
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