You are transporting an 18-year-old male who has been injured in a motor-vehicle collision. He has a decreased level of consciousness and has suffered injuries to his head, chest, and lower right leg. When you are conducting the reassessment of the patient's head and neck, which one of the following is appropriate?

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In this scenario, the patient has suffered injuries to the head and neck, making it important to conduct a thorough reassessment of these areas. However, option A is not appropriate as the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver is not recommended for patients with suspected head or neck injuries. Option B is also not recommended as inserting any object into the ear can cause further damage or worsen bleeding. Option D is also not recommended as removing the cervical collar can potentially cause further injury to the neck if not done carefully and by trained personnel. Therefore, option C is the best choice as re-palpating the face and scalp can help identify any new areas of tenderness or deformities that may have developed during transport.

You Are Transporting an 18-Year-Old Male Who Has Been Injured