Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trauma Practice Test

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A football player complains of severe neck pain and tingling in his arms and legs after being tackled. He is conscious and alert, has a patent airway, and is breathing adequately. He is in a supine position and is still wearing his helmet, which is tight-fitting. The MOST appropriate treatment for this patient includes:

  1. Carefully removing his helmet, manually stabilizing his head, applying a cervical collar, administering high-flow oxygen, placing him onto a long backboard, and restricting spinal motion with straps and a lateral head stabilizer

  2. Manually stabilizing his head, carefully removing his helmet, administering high-flow oxygen, applying a cervical collar, placing him onto a long backboard, and restricting spinal motion with straps and a lateral head stabilizer

  3. Manually stabilizing his head with his helmet still on, removing the face mask, administering high-flow oxygen, placing him onto a long backboard, and restricting spinal motion with straps and a lateral head stabilizer

  4. Manually stabilizing his head, leaving his helmet on, applying a vest-style spinal immobilization device, placing him onto a long backboard, and restricting spinal motion with straps and a lateral head stabilizer

The correct answer is: Carefully removing his helmet, manually stabilizing his head, applying a cervical collar, administering high-flow oxygen, placing him onto a long backboard, and restricting spinal motion with straps and a lateral head stabilizer

In this scenario, the correct answer is to carefully remove the football player's helmet, manually stabilize his head, apply a cervical collar, administer high-flow oxygen, place him onto a long backboard, and restrict spinal motion with straps and a lateral head stabilizer (Answer A). It is essential to carefully remove the helmet to assess the player's head and neck for any signs of injury, as the helmet may be contributing to the tight fit and increasing pressure on the neck. Manual stabilization of the head is crucial to prevent any further movement of the cervical spine, which could potentially worsen an underlying spinal injury. Applying a cervical collar helps immobilize the neck and prevent any unnecessary movement during the transfer onto the long backboard. Administering high-flow oxygen is important to ensure adequate oxygenation to the player's brain and other vital organs, especially in the presence of tingling in the extremities, which could indicate potential spinal cord compromise. Placing the player onto a long backboard with proper spinal motion restriction ensures proper alignment and stabilization during transport. Additionally, using straps and a lateral head stabilizer further secures the player's head and neck in a neutral position to prevent any further damage to the spinal cord. Options B, C, and D lack the correct sequence and combination of steps necessary for the proper management of a potential spinal injury in this situation.

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