AFA Chapter 19

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What is the purpose of a backboard in emergency situations?

To carry medical equipment

To secure the patient's body during extrication (correct)

To replace the need for stretchers

To provide comfort to the patient

How long is the typical backboard mentioned in the text?

3 yards

2 meters

1.8 meters (correct)

4 feet

What type of stretcher is also known as the Stokes basket?

Plastic stretcher

Scoop stretcher

Backboard stretcher

Basket stretcher (correct)

How can a patient on a backboard be placed into a basket stretcher?

By sliding directly due to similar dimensions Signup and view all the answers

What signs indicate damage to a stretcher according to the text?

Rust, cracks, severe discoloration Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for moving patients?

To ensure safe and proper use of equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step responders should take before initiating forcible entry procedures?

Confirm that the door is actually locked Signup and view all the answers

In what situations may responders be authorized to perform forcible entry?

Especially in life-threatening situations Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe a situation where a patient is unable to exit a vehicle after a collision?

Patient entrapment Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for responders to confirm that a door is locked before initiating forcible entry procedures?

To prevent unnecessary damage Signup and view all the answers

What risk can occur during extrication if a vehicle after a collision is in an unstable position?

Possibility of shifting or moving during extrication Signup and view all the answers

When might law enforcement personnel be requested during an emergency involving forcible entry?

When legal authority is needed for forcible entry Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended direction for carrying a patient on a stretcher down stairs?

Feet first Signup and view all the answers

How should you move a patient uphill or up stairs on a stretcher?

Headfirst Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of using padding when transporting a patient on a stretcher?

To add comfort to the patient Signup and view all the answers

Why should the stretcher be secured to the transport vehicle during transport?

To prevent movement during transport Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when using a multi-level stretcher to transfer a patient from a bed?

Follow local protocol Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to carry the patient feet first on a level slope?

To keep abdominal organs away from the diaphragm Signup and view all the answers

What is the first recommended step if your training does not cover an extrication situation?

Request specialized personnel Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for team members to communicate clearly during an extrication or while attempting to gain access to a patient?

To coordinate efforts effectively Signup and view all the answers

What should be established to ensure that all personnel on the scene can coordinate their efforts effectively during a Multiple Vehicle Collision (MVC)?

Establish Emergency Scene Management (ESM) Signup and view all the answers

Why is considering rescuer safety important when attempting to reach a patient?

To act within one's training and use appropriate equipment Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when assessing the scene of a Multiple Vehicle Collision (MVC) to prevent further injury to the patient?

Walk around the vehicle(s) involved and look carefully for hazards Signup and view all the answers

'Do not put yourself and the patient at risk by attempting an extrication you are not trained or equipped for.' This statement emphasizes the importance of:

Only performing tasks within your training and equipment capabilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using transfer boards for patient transfers?

To avoid the risk of injury to the patient and responders Signup and view all the answers

Why might standard stretchers not be suitable for transporting bariatric patients?

Standard stretchers have a low weight load capacity Signup and view all the answers

What weight threshold should responders consider when determining if additional help is needed to lift a stretcher?

135 kg (298 lb.) Signup and view all the answers

What feature of a bariatric multi-level stretcher provides increased stability during transport?

Wheelbase with higher weight load rating Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for responders to choose a level and easy-to-navigate route when moving a bariatric patient on a stretcher?

To prevent unnecessary strain on the responders Signup and view all the answers

What equipment feature helps in decreasing the amount of manual lifting required when moving bariatric patients on stretchers?

Battery-powered operation Signup and view all the answers