Head, Neck Or Spinal Injuries

Question 1

How do you stabilize a head if the position found?

Answer 1

Provide support by placing your hands on both sides of the person’s head.

If the head is sharply turned to one side, DO NOT move it.

Question 2

How do you treat head, neck or spinal injuries?

Answer 2

1. Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
2. Minimize movement of the head, neck and spine
3. Stabilize head in the position found