Selective Spinal Motion Restrictions

Question 1

In order to qualify for SMR a patient’s vital signs must be?

Answer 1

Within normal limits

Question 2

In order for a patient to be eligible for SMR they must be alert and oriented times four with a GCS of what?

Answer 2

15

Question 3

Is a person with evidence of drug or alcohol ingestion eligible for SMR?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

In order to be eligible for SMR a patient’s neurologic function should be what?

Answer 4

No numbness or tingling and able to move all extremities

Question 5

Is a patient who has had prior C-spine injury is eligible for SMR?

Answer 5

No

Question 6

What are some examples of significant mechanism of injury that would not allow a patient to use SMR?

Answer 6

1. Motorcycle wreck
2. Significant vehicle damage
3. Axial loading injury
4. Auto vs. ped

Question 7

What is the definition of Spinal Motion Restrictions or SMR?

Answer 7

The application of a cervical collar and maintenance of the spine in a neutral position

Question 8

Patients eligible for selective spinal motion restrictions should be between what ages?

Answer 8

13-65

Question 9

What is the definition of spinal immobilization?

Answer 9

This is defined as application of a cervical collar and long backboard for immobilization of the spine for transport