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cervical collar |
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cervical collar, n a leaded device positioned over the throat roughly midway between the chin and collarbones. Used because extended exposure of the thyroid gland to radiographs can cause thyroid cancer. See also apron, lead. )
Lymphatic drainage of the face.
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The patient was discharged 1 week following surgery after receiving a Miami J cervical collar. Star Medical Systems has a new 40-page, 4-color orthopedic product catalog containing information about its complete product line including industrial back supports, orthopedic supports, pillows, TLSO supports, rib belts, abdominal binders, cervical collars, LSO body jackets, traction units, and neoprene supports. The athletic training staff immediately stabilized the athlete's head and neck, performed a neuromuscular assessment and thorough evaluation, and then called Emergency Medical' Services to immobilize the athlete with a spine board and cervical collar. |
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