How should you manage a patient with suspected spinal injury during transport?

How should you manage a patient with suspected spinal injury during transport?

• A. Immobilize the spine with a cervical collar and secure to a long spine board; minimize movement; reassess during transport.
• B. Remove the collar and allow movement to relieve pain.
• C. Only manual stabilization without immobilization.
• D. Place the patient on backboard without cervical protection.

Answer: (C)