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Left Airway Problems Helmet Injured Trauma Patient Provided

Front When should a helmet be left on an injured trauma patient?
Back This should always be left on provided: There are no impending airway or breathing problems; it does not interfere with assessment and treatment of airway or ventilation problems; and you can properly immobilize the spine.

Tags: 26, head, injuries, spine

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