A diving accident occurs at the community pool and the victim is conscious and in pain. Which intervention is most appropriate pending the arrival of emergency medical personnel?
a. Pulled up onto the side of the pool
b. Pulled to the shallow end and covered with a towel
c. Left in the pool and supported by a large float
d. Supported in the pool while CPR is at-tempted
C
Care should be taken to avoid movement of the patient and increasing injury to the spinal cord. Leaving the patient in the pool and supporting the patient on a float will not increase a possible spinal injury. Pulling the patient may cause further injury to the spine. CPR is not indicated as the patient is not experiencing cardiopulmonary arrest.
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