During a back boarding and extrication procedure, what should you monitor?

Monitoring the person's airway, breathing, and circulation is crucial during a back boarding and extrication procedure. This focus is paramount because maintaining the victim's physiological stability is a top priority in rescue situations. Any compromise in airway, breathing, or circulation can lead to critical and life-threatening conditions.

By ensuring these vital signs are stable, responders can effectively assess the person's overall health status and make informed decisions about further actions required for the victim’s safety and care. Any indications of respiratory distress or compromised circulation must be addressed immediately to enhance the person's chances of recovery.

In contrast, while aspects such as the time taken to complete the procedure and bystander reactions are worth noting, they do not take precedence over the immediate medical needs of the individual being rescued. The person’s position in the water is also important, but it is secondary to directly monitoring their physiological functions.