Lesson 2. Spinal Injuries

LESSON TEXT Paragraphs 2-1 through 2-11.

LESSON OBJECTIVES After completing this lesson, you should be able to:

2-1. Identify the signs and symptoms of a spinal fracture.

2-2. Identify the general procedures for treating a spinal fracture.

2-3. Identify the procedures for placing a casualty with a spinal fracture onto a spine board.

2-4. Identify the procedures for evacuating a casualty with a spinal injury.

Section 1. General

Section 2. Immobilizing a Suspected Spinal Injury

SUGGESTION After completing the assignment, complete the exercises at the end of this lesson. These exercises will help you to achieve the lesson objectives.

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