A skier wiped out while skiing down a large hill. He is conscious and alert and complains of being very cold; he also complains of neck stiffness and numbness and tingling in all of his extremities. A quick assessment reveals that his airway is patent and his breathing is adequate. You should:
A) perform a detailed neurologic exam and carefully palpate his neck.
B) apply a cervical collar and start an IV line with warm normal saline.
C) immobilize his spine and quickly move him to a warmer environment.
D) administer oxygen and perform a detailed secondary assessment.
Answer: C) immobilize his spine and quickly move him to a warmer environment.
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