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How can you treat spinal cord injury before emergency paramedics arrive?
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Immobilization: If you suspect someone has suffered a spinal injury, keep them from moving (particularly any head or neck movements) until the ambulance arrives.
Answered 10/29/2014
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By making sure no: One moves the patient at all until help arrives.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Immobilize: By immobilizing the injured person and keeping them calm and reassured.
Answered 6/1/2015
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