A 2-Year-Old Boy Fell Down a Flight of Stairs

question 29

Multiple Choice

A 2-year-old boy fell down a flight of stairs. Which instruction would you provide to other EMTs who are immobilizing the patient?

• A) "After he is on the board, place a towel behind his head to keep the airway open."
• B) "It is better if the collar is a little too big; that is more comfortable for him."
• C) "Let's place a folded towel under his shoulders to help maintain head alignment."
• D) "Just apply a cervical collar and then place him directly on the stretcher."