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Which of the following pieces of equipment is acceptable for use in the prehospital stabilization of suspected cervical spine​ injuries?

A. 2 double prime′′ times ×4 double prime′′ wood cribbing
B. Soft cervical collars
C. ​Five-pound sand bags
D. Rigid cervical collars

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Answer:

D. Rigid cervical collars

Step-by-step explanation:

A hard cervical collar is used for spine problems or injuries. It limits forward and backward movement more than a soft one does.

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Answer:

Rigid cervical collars

Step-by-step explanation:

Rigid cervical collars

it is provided to have better stability to the one suffering from trauma and regarded as precautionary measure. As the name suggest it is composed of tough material which is the only reason for providing better stability by preventing neck movement.

It is provided when patients suffer from various and serious neck injury.

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