When Opening the Airway of an Unresponsive Trauma Patient in the Emergency

question 4

Multiple Choice

When opening the airway of an unresponsive trauma patient in the emergency department, which of the following considerations is correct?

• A) Airway assessment must incorporate cervical spine immobilization.
• B) Hyperextension of the neck is the only acceptable technique.
• C) Flexion of the neck protects the patient from further injury.
• D) Airway patency takes priority over cervical spine immobilization.

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Substitute Goods

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