When Moving and Transporting an Athlete Who Is Suspected to Have

Multiple Choice

When moving and transporting an athlete who is suspected to have sustained cervical spine injury, it is important to _____ to prevent further harm to the spinal cord.

A) use a rapid form vacuum immobilizer
B) keep the patient on a spinal board for as long as possible
C) maintain spinal motion restriction
D) splint the spine with a clear plastic inflatable splint