During a clothes drag, what supports the victim's head?

In a clothes drag, supporting the victim's head is crucial for their safety and comfort during the rescue process. The victim's clothing is utilized to create a secure point of contact, allowing the rescuer to maintain control over the individual's upper body, particularly the head and neck. This support helps prevent additional injuries, particularly to the cervical spine, which can occur if the head is unsupported or allowed to droop.

Using the victim's clothing provides a means of leverage that enables the rescuer to pull the victim effectively while ensuring that the head remains stable. Other methods, such as using a drag sheet or the rescuer's hand, may provide partial support but do not offer the same level of security for the head and neck as utilizing the clothing does. The clothing’s fabric can create a more manageable grip that allows for a more controlled drag, which is essential in emergency situations where time and safety are critical.

In this context, while other options may seem plausible for providing support, the use of the victim's clothing stands out as the most effective method for ensuring adequate head support during a clothes drag.