You and your partner are preparing to extricate a patient from a car using a vest-type short spine immobilization device. After ensuring that in-line manual spinal stabilization is being maintained, your next instruction should be:

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Checking the patient's motor, sensory, and pulses in the arms and legs is crucial before beginning any extrication procedure. This helps identify any potential spinal cord injuries or nerve damage that may have occurred during the accident. Once this is done, the cervical collar should be applied before moving the patient onto the backboard and placing the vest. Turning the patient toward the door of the car may contribute to spinal movement, which should be avoided.

You and Your Partner Are Preparing to Extricate a Patient