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Support both sides of the head without forcing the neck, following 112 instructions.
Gently support the head on both sides, limiting neck movement without forcing its position. Follow 112 instructions and continue monitoring breathing. Do not routinely apply a collar without the necessary training and protocol. If awake and alert, encourage a comfortable, stable position rather than forcing one. Immediately report breathing that becomes abnormal: maintaining the airway and life-saving assistance take priority over immobilisation.
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Support both sides of the head without forcing the neck, following 112 instructions.
Always fit a collar, even without knowing how.
Force the neck into alignment even if the casualty resists.
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Ante una posible lesión cervical, el 112 le indica que estabilice manualmente la cabeza mientras espera ayuda. El herido respira normalmente. ¿Qué actuación es adecuada?
- Sostener la cabeza por ambos lados sin forzar el cuello y siguiendo al 112.(Correct answer)
- Colocarle siempre un collarín, aunque no sepa hacerlo.
- Forzar el cuello hasta alinearlo, aunque el herido se resista.
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