When moving and transporting an athlete who is suspected to have sustained cervical spine injury, it is important to ________ to prevent further harm to the spinal cord.
A. use a rapid form vacuum immobilizer
B. maintain spinal motion restriction
C. keep the patient on a spinal board for as long as possible
D. splint the spine with a clear plastic inflatable splint
Answer: B
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