A 32-year-old male involved in a high-speed motor vehicle collision presents with severe back pain, inability to move his legs, and diminished sensation below the umbilicus. What is the most appropriate initial immobilization technique to prevent further injury in this patient?
The best initial immobilization technique for a patient with a potential vertebral injury is to use a spinal backboard and a cervical collar. This helps maintain spinal alignment and prevents further spinal cord injury. Using manual traction alone is inadequate because it does not stabilize the entire spine. A pelvic binder is inappropriate as it does not address the spinal injury. A traction splint is primarily used for isolated long bone fractures, not spinal injuries.
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