Shaking the victim or using "smelling salts" to arouse an unconscious athlete should not be done for which of the following reasons?
A) Informed consent hasn't been given.
B) The smelling salts may burn the nasal passage.
C) Shaking the victim without consent could be interpreted as battery.
D) The cervical spine may be compromised.

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Shaking the victim can cause further damage to the cervical spine if there is an underlying injury. Therefore, it is not recommended to shake the victim or use smelling salts to arouse an unconscious athlete. Informed consent and the possibility of burning the nasal passage or battery are also important considerations but not the primary reason for avoiding these techniques.

Shaking the Victim or Using "Smelling Salts" to Arouse an Unconscious