In roof displacement during vehicle extrication, which statements are true?

• A. Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 and 3 are false.
• B. Statements 1 and 2 are true, Statement 3 is false.
• C. Statement 1 is false, Statement 2 and 3 are true.
• D. All three statements are true.

Answer: (B)

Roof displacement during vehicle extrication is all about control and stability. The roof can move or collapse if the vehicle isn’t properly stabilized or if tools and lifting force are applied in a way that lets the cabin deform further. The safest, most effective approach is to stabilize the vehicle first, secure the patient, and plan any roof access or cutting so that nothing forces the roof to shift unexpectedly. This means using cribbing, stabilizers, and careful, gradual motions to minimize movement, and making sure any roof manipulation is coordinated with medical priorities and other crew actions.

I’m missing the exact wording of Statements 1–3, so I can’t explain why the given answer (the one you’re studying) is correct. Please share the three statements, and I’ll walk through why the selected combination is true (and briefly note why the others don’t fit).