A 16-year-old has suffered a thoracic-level spinal injury from a diving accident. To initiate CPR at the poolside, which measure would be most important?

A) Hyperextend the neck to clear the airway prior to mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
B) Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a prone position.
C) Do not administer CPR after a head injury.
D) Elevate the mandible to assess airway with the head in a neutral position.


D

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