Your 38-year-old male patient has been injured in an assault. He has several facial lacerations and a large knot on his head. Bystanders say that he was thrown over a large table and landed on his head and shoulder. As part of your scene size-up and primary assessment, you should:
A) immobilize his cervical spine. B) wait for ALS to treat the patient.
C) complete an initial set of vital signs. D) splint any other bone or joint injuries.
A
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