noun
General Slang
C-collar
SEE-KOL-er · noun · informal
Rigid cervical collar that immobilizes the neck.
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Definitions
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A stiff brace applied around the neck to limit movement of the cervical spine after suspected trauma until injury is ruled out.
“Keep the C-collar on until we clear the C-spine.”
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C-collar In A Sentence
Keep the C-collar on until we clear the C-spine.
Origin & Usage
Short for 'cervical collar.'
People Also Ask
What is a C-collar?
It is a rigid cervical collar, a stiff brace placed around the neck to limit movement of the cervical spine after suspected trauma.
What does the C in C-collar stand for?
It stands for cervical, referring to the neck region of the spine.
When is a C-collar removed?
It stays on until the cervical spine is cleared of fracture or instability through exam and, if needed, imaging.
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