The priority intervention for a victim of a motor vehicular accident is to maintain a neutral neck position to prevent spinal cord injury or to ensure that further injury does not occur. Then, the nurse prioritizes interventions and assessments using the first aid principle, Airway-Breathing-Circulation (ABC). The next highest priority is to maintain a patent airway by performing the jaw thrust maneuver. The nurse then assesses the patient for a pulse and capillary refill time to assess for circulation. Lastly, the nurse elevates the patient’s legs to assist with venous return.