Chapter 3: Lifting and Moving Patients

Lifting and Moving Patients

• Power Lift: A technique for lifting that ensures maximum strength and control using legs and body mechanics.

• Power Grip: A grip that utilizes the entire hand to hold onto a patient or object securely.

• Clothes Drag: An emergency move where clothing is utilized to drag a patient.

• Incline Drag: An emergency move performed with the patient pulled headfirst down an incline.

• Firefighter's Drag: An emergency move where the patient is placed on their back, hands tied together, and dragged while keeping the head low.

• Blanket Drag: A method where half the blanket is gathered against the patient's side to move them while keeping their head low.

• One-rescuer Assist: An emergency move where a single rescuer helps a patient up.

• Two-rescuer Assist: Involves two rescuers, with the patient’s arms over their shoulders, assisting the patient to safety.

• Wheeled Stretcher: A stretcher with wheels for transporting patients efficiently.

• Power Stretcher: An advanced stretcher that can lift and lower automatically.

• Bariatric Stretcher: Designed for transporting overweight patients, offering wider dimensions and enhanced support.

• Stair Chair: A specialized chair for safely transporting patients up or down stairs.

• Long Spine Boards: Rigid boards used to stabilize and transport a patient with suspected spinal injuries.

• Scoop (Orthopedic) Stretcher: A stretcher that can be split to scoop a patient from the ground without rolling them.

• Basket Stretcher: A strong, rigid stretcher used in difficult terrain or emergencies.

• Flexible Stretcher: A pliable stretcher that can conform to various body shapes for better support.

• Vacuum Mattress: A device that molds around a patient when air is removed, providing a custom fit and support.

• Extremity Carry: A carry technique for patients with no suspected spinal injury, allowing transport to a stretcher or chair.

• Direct Ground Lift: A method used for lifting a patient with no suspected spinal injury from the ground to a stretcher.

• Direct Ground Lift Steps: Involves setting up the stretcher, lifting the patient to knees, then carrying onto the stretcher.

• Draw-Sheet Method: A technique for moving a patient from a bed to a stretcher without suspected spinal injury.

• Recovery Position: A safe patient position for those in shock: head level, legs not elevated.

• Transfer to a Hospital Stretcher: A modified draw-sheet method used to transfer patients securely to hospital facilities.

• Transfer Steps: Involves positioning the cots, gathering sheets to transfer the patient, and ensuring a smooth movement onto the hospital stretcher.

Test your knowledge on important terms related to lifting and moving patients in emergency situations with these flashcards. Each term is crucial for effective patient handling and ensures safety during transport. Perfect for students in emergency medical training!