Why is the jaw-thrust maneuver indicated for a patient with a possible spinal injury?
A) It is a permanent airway intervention that does not require a mechanical airway if performed correctly
B) It manipulates the head and cervical spine less than the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver
C) It is less painful for the patient since he is already in pain from the injury
D) It is the EMT's preference as to whether to use the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver or the jaw-thrust maneuver
B) It manipulates the head and cervical spine less than the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver
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