Which of the following statements best describes the issue of cervical immobilization?
A) b. In wilderness EMS, many organizations do not allow teams to 'clear' c-spine unless extrication is over flat terrain.
B) a. In wilderness EMS, many organizations allow teams to 'clear' c-spine to simplify extrication.
C) d. In wilderness EMS, many providers still mandate full c-spine because of the terrain needed to traverse.
D) c. In wilderness EMS, many providers allow teams to 'clear' c-spine only if there is an advanced level provider present.
Answer: B) a. In wilderness EMS, many organizations allow teams to 'clear' c-spine to simplify extrication.