In the unconscious spinal victim protocol, which code is used?

• A. Code 100
• B. Code 200
• C. Code 50
• D. Code 300

Answer: (A)

Signaling an unconscious patient with a potential spinal injury uses a dedicated code to trigger immobilization and careful handling. In this protocol, the code designated for the unconscious spinal victim is Code 100. This code prompts responders to prioritize airway protection while keeping the spine aligned, apply a cervical collar, secure the patient to a backboard, minimize movement, and arrange rapid transport with spinal precautions. The other codes correspond to different emergencies and would not initiate the spinal immobilization steps, so they wouldn’t be appropriate for this scenario.