You are alone and must remove a casualty with a suspected spinal injury from a very hazardous situation. You should
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Option C: Grasp his clothing under his shoulders, support his head and neck, and drag him lengthwise.
In a hazardous scene where a spinal injury is suspected, the rescuer must prioritize moving the patient to safety. Dragging the patient lengthwise in the long axis of the body helps minimize spinal rotation and secondary injury.
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In a hazardous scene where a spinal injury is suspected, the rescuer must prioritize moving the patient to safety. Dragging the patient lengthwise in the long axis of the body helps minimize spinal rotation and secondary injury.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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