Author Question: Which group of pediatric patients would generally be expected to be uncooperative? a. 2 to 3 ... (Read 52 times)

mp14 · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

Which group of pediatric patients would generally be expected to be uncooperative?

a. 2 to 3 years old c. 6 to 10 years old
b. 4 to 5 years old d. 10 to 14 years old

Question 2

Your patient was ejected from his motorcycle when he struck a deer late at night on a deserted highway. He is drowsy and unable to communicate clearly. As you immobilize him on the long spine board, you find that you are unable to obtain neutral alignment of his spine due to the large helmet he has on. You should:

A) place towels on either side of the helmet to stabilize it.
B) tip his head back to gain neutral alignment.
C) pad under his shoulders to straighten his neck.
D) remove the helmet to better manage proper alignment.