Spinal Immobilization (Supine Patient)

Question 1

Step 1:

Answer 1

Takes or verbalizes appropriate PPE precautions

Question 2

Step 2:

Answer 2

Direst assistant to place/maintain head in neutral, in-line position

Question 3

Step 3:

Answer 3

Direct assistant to maintain manual stabilization of the head

Question 4

Step 4:

Answer 4

Reassesses motor, sensory, and circulatory function in each extremity

Question 5

Step 5:

Answer 5

Applies appropriately sized extrication collar

Question 6

Step 6:

Answer 6

Positions the immobilization device appropriately

Question 7

Step 7:

Answer 7

Directs movement of the patient onto the device without compromising the integrity of the spine

Question 8

Step 8:

Answer 8

Applies padding to void between the torso and the device as necessary

Question 9

Step 9:

Answer 9

Immobilizes the patients torso to the device

Question 10

Step 10:

Answer 10

Evaluates and pads behind the patients head as necessary

Question 11

Step 11:

Answer 11

Immobilizes the patients head to the device

Question 12

Step 12:

Answer 12

Secures the patients legs to the device

Question 13

Step 13:

Answer 13

Secures the patients arms to the device

Question 14

Step 14:

Answer 14

Reassess motor, sensory, and circulatory function in each extremity