Spine Immobilization
Test for Credit
1. The mechanism of injury has nothing to do with our consideration of the patient’s condition.
2. Patients who have a decreased LOC, are intoxicated, or under the influence of pain killing medications are aloud in this protocol.
3. If during the exam a patient complains of neck or back pain we must
4. If in doubt...
5. The patient's well being is the responsibility of the paramedic on scene, this includes all aspects of care including the decision to immobilize or not, and should be documented well.
