Which of the following statements concerning locating and extricating a victim buried by an avalanche is correct?
a. Once the victim's face is clear, the patient's back should be dug out so a backboard can be inserted.
b. There should be no danger of another avalanche because the snow has now settled.
c. Survival rates drop to 50 percent after the first 1.5 hours.
d. Spinal injuries are presumed until proven otherwise.
Answer: d
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