Which water entry is slowest and used when a spinal injury is suspected?

Slide-in.

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Why: The slide-in is the slowest entry and is used when a spinal injury is suspected.

Huh, didn't know that: The slide-in is the slowest entry and is used when a spinal injury is suspected.

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The slide-in takes its time so the spine does not.
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Answer: Slide-in. The slide-in is the slowest entry and is used when a spinal injury is suspected.

  1. Lifeguard en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lifeguard
    Slide-in is the slowest of the four entries. This technique is used when a victim has a suspected head, neck, or spinal injury.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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