First immobilization element.
It should be used whenever the possibility of cervical injury is suspected.
The characteristics of the cervical collar should be:
1. You must support the weight of the head in a neutral position.
2. You must avoid the lateral, rotational and anteroposterior movements of the head.
3. Must be comfortable, translucent on x-rays and compact.
4. Easy to place.
5. It must not alter the position or function of important structures of the respiratory tract, nor adversely affect cerebral circulation.
6. Diversity of sizes.
Easy and fast to use. Presents insurance system for different neck sizes.
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