5-1 Check for Fractures

The fifth step is to check for fractures.
Look for the following signs and/or
symptoms of a back or neck injury.

Pain or tenderness of the neck or back area.   Cut or bruises in the neck or back  area.   Inability of a casualty to move (paralysis  or numbness). Ask about the ability to move(paralysis). Touch the casualty's arms and legs and ask whether he or she can feel your hand.   Unusual body or limb position.