Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

At an incident, you suspect a casualty has back injuries. What should you do when the area is safe?

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Offer them a drink but no food

Keep them calm but don't move them

Raise their legs and make them comfortable

Ask for their name and address

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Keep them calm but don't move themThis was the right answer

If you suspect a casualty has back injuries, talk to them and keep them calm. Don't attempt to move them, as this could cause further injury. Call an ambulance at the first opportunity.

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3. Help those involvedHighway Code annex · Do not move a breathing casualty unless further danger makes movement necessary.

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