Question of the day #12 · NREMT Master Academy

Question of the day #12

You and your partner arrive on scene to find a 34-year-old male who was involved in a motor vehicle collision. He is unresponsive, apneic, and has no palpable radial pulse. Your partner begins CPR. Law enforcement on scene informs you that the patient was ejected from the vehicle and found approximately 20 feet away. Which of the following is the most appropriate next action?

A. Establish an IV and administer a fluid bolus before moving the patient.

B. Apply a cervical collar, transfer to a long backboard, and begin immediate transport.

C. Perform a detailed physical exam on scene prior to transport.

D. Remain on scene and contact medical direction for further orders.

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