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Why do we apply a cervical collar to a patient with a suspected spinal injury?
To fully immobilize the cervical spine.
To remind the patient and us not to move the patient's head and neck.
To secure the head and neck in a neutral position to maximize the airway.
To place the patient in slightly hyper-extended position for airway management.
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