How should you manage a conscious patient with a suspected spinal injury who is in pain?

How should you manage a conscious patient with a suspected spinal injury who is in pain?

• A. Keep patient still, avoid moving the spine, provide immobilization as required, and secure to spine board with minimal movement
• B. Move the patient to a seated position
• C. Remove immobilization quickly to check for injuries
• D. Allow patient to walk to ambulance

Answer: (A)