You are assessing a 35 -year-old male who was lifting something, twisted to place it down, and felt Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate treatment for this patient?
◻Administering an analgesic and transporting.
◻Having the patient stretch to realign the spine.
◻Immobilizing the patient to protect from further cord injury. Having the patient alternate hot and cold packs and followup with his personal physician.