Which restraint approach minimizes injury while maintaining airway and circulation during transport?

• A. Restrain with improvised straps anywhere for stability.
• B. Place restraints across the chest to stabilize the torso.
• C. Use properly fitted restraints, avoid placing restraints across the chest or neck, secure extremities to immobilization devices when indicated, maintain airway access and monitor vitals, ensure circulation after movement.
• D. Apply restraints only after lifting the patient off the stretcher.

Answer: (C)