Identify the correct statement about the initial assessment of a patient with suspected spinal injury: a. The patient's airway should be opened by...

Identify the correct statement about the initial assessment of a patient with suspected spinal injury:

a. The patient's airway should be opened by tilting the head back and lifting the chin.
b. The cervical collar should be removed to facilitate airway management.
c. The level of consciousness should be evaluated before manipulating the cervical region.
d. Oral bleeding, encephalic trauma, and hemiparesis.
e. Otorrhagia, encephalic trauma, and motor alterations.
a) a and b are correct.
b) b and c are correct.
c) c and d are correct.
d) d and e are correct.
e) only c is correct.