An injured person should not be moved until he/she is on a stretcher.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if there is no pain
• D. Only if vomiting

Answer: (A)

Keeping the person still and immobilized is essential when there’s a potential spinal or serious injury. Moving them can shift the spine, cause further damage to the nerves or internal organs, and complicate breathing or consciousness. The safest approach is to stabilize the head and neck, avoid unnecessary movement, and transport on a backboard or stretcher once proper equipment and trained help are available. That’s why this statement is correct: the injured person should not be moved until they are on a stretcher. Pain or vomiting aren’t reliable guides for deciding movement—some injuries don’t show immediate pain, and these symptoms don’t justify risking further harm.