Unless there is immediate life-threatening danger, do notmove a casualty who has a suspected back or neck injury. Immobilize any casualty suspected of having a neck or back injury by doing the following:
- Tell the casualty not to move.
- If the back is suspected, place padding under the natural arch of the casualty's back.
If a neck injury is suspected, place a roll of cloth under the casualty's neck and put boots(filled with dirt, sand, etc.) or rocks on both sides of the head.
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