Levin, Age 27, Was Driving Home When His Car Collided

Levin, age 27, was driving home when his car collided with another moving vehicle. He obtained multiple injuries and a concussion. The paramedics placed a hard neck brace to immobilize the spine. Upon arriving at the hospital, X-rays are inconclusive because of swelling. To assess and care for the skin under the collar, the nurse should:

A) Place the client flat and supine; remove the anterior section of the collar, turning the head to the right or left to remove the back section.
B) Have the client sit up in a chair to remove the front and back sections without turning the head from side to side.
C) Have at least one nurse stabilize the head in line with the torso, while the other nurse removes the collar sections.
D) Wait until the X-rays are conclusive for any trauma before assessing the skin or providing skin care under the collar.