EMT Chapter 8 Quiz & Flashcards on Urgent Patient Moves

Questions and Answers

Patients with chest pain or dyspnea should normally be transported __________.

in a position of comfort

When a person is standing upright, the weight of anything being lifted and carried in the hands is FIRST reflected onto the:

spinal column

thigh muscles

shoulder girdle (correct)

pelvic girdle

The FIRST rule of safe lifting is to:

always lift with your palms facing down

keep your back in a straight, vertical position (correct)

keep your back in a slightly curved position

spread your legs approximately 20" apart

The power lift involves using your lower back instead of your legs to lift.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the power lift is correct?

It is the safest and most powerful method of lifting a patient. Signup and view all the answers

General guidelines for carrying a patient on a stretcher include:

constant communication with your partners Signup and view all the answers

When carrying a patient on a backboard up or down stairs:

keep the head end elevated Signup and view all the answers

With proper technique, you and your partner should be able to safely lift a patient who weighs up to ______ lb.

220 Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following situations is an emergency patient move indicated?

The EMT is unable to protect the patient from scene hazards Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations would require an urgent patient move?

Semiconscious patient with shallow respirations and signs of shock Signup and view all the answers

A critical aspect of the rapid extrication technique is to:

maintain stabilization of the spine at all times Signup and view all the answers

How should you and your partner move a patient who complains of severe weakness and dizziness?

Extremity lift Signup and view all the answers

A folding or portable stretcher is MOST beneficial when:

a second patient must be transported on the squad bench of the ambulance Signup and view all the answers

The MOST appropriate carrying device to use when moving a patient across rough or uneven terrain is the:

basket stretcher Signup and view all the answers

What is the most suitable alternative to the backboard for an agitated 3-year-old female who is alert?

utilize a vacuum mattress Signup and view all the answers

An EMT may injure his or her back, even if it is straight, if the:

back is bent forward at the hips Signup and view all the answers

In contrast to typical wheeled ambulance stretchers, features of a bariatric stretcher include:

increased stability from a wider wheelbase Signup and view all the answers

The _________ is both the mechanical weight-bearing base of the spinal column and the fused central posterior section of the pelvic girdle.

sacrum Signup and view all the answers

To protect a restrained patient and prevent him from using leverage to break free, the EMT should secure __________.

one arm above the head Signup and view all the answers

Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, how should you approach a semiconscious patient with a laceration?

direct your partner to apply manual in-line support of the patient's head Signup and view all the answers

When pulling a patient, you should extend your arms no more than ________ in front of your torso.

15 to 20 inches Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions or situations presents the MOST unique challenge to the EMT when immobilizing an elderly patient on a long backboard?

abnormal spinal curvature Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient move is correct?

An emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment Signup and view all the answers

You are attending to a 22-year-old female patient who has overdosed. What's the most appropriate way to bring the patient downstairs?

secured to a fracture board with the strongest provider at the head end Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Patient Movement and Lifting Techniques

Patients with chest pain or dyspnea should be transported in a position of comfort.
Lifting heavy objects primarily engages the shoulder girdle.
The fundamental rule of safe lifting is to keep the back straight and vertical.

Power Lift and Patient Carrying Guidelines

The power lift is the safest and most powerful method for lifting a patient.
Key guidelines for carrying a patient on a stretcher include maintaining constant communication with partners.

Patient Handling in Specific Situations

When moving a patient on a backboard up or down stairs, keep the head end elevated.
With appropriate technique, two EMTs can safely lift a patient weighing up to 220 lbs.

Emergency and Urgent Patient Moves

An emergency move is indicated when the EMT cannot protect the patient from scene hazards.
Urgent patient moves are required for patients who are semiconscious and show signs of shock.

Rapid Extrication Technique

Critical to the rapid extrication technique is maintaining spine stabilization at all times.

Specialized Equipment and Techniques

An extremity lift is the best choice for moving a patient in a narrow hallway.
A folding or portable stretcher is ideal when transporting a second patient on an ambulance's squad bench.

Suitable Equipment for Terrain and Age Considerations

A basket stretcher is most appropriate for transporting patients across rough or uneven terrain.
When immobilizing a child, a vacuum mattress is a suitable alternative to a backboard to minimize agitation.

Safety and Equipment Standards

Biomechanical strains can occur even with straight backs if bending forward at the hips.
Bariatric stretchers provide increased stability due to a wider wheelbase and can support patient weights up to 650 lbs.

Patient Restraint and Assessment

To prevent restrained patients from breaking free, securing one arm above the head is recommended.
In scenarios with semiconscious patients, manual in-line support for the head is critical before extrication.

Pulley Techniques and Elderly Patients

When pulling a patient, arms should not extend more than 15 to 20 inches in front of the torso.
Immobilizing an elderly patient can be challenging due to abnormal spinal curvature.

Protocol for Emergency Moves

Emergency moves should be performed before primary assessment and treatment without requiring full spinal immobilization.
Secure patients effectively; for unresponsive individuals, utilize a fracture board with the strongest provider positioned at the head.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from EMT Chapter 8. Covering essential concepts such as patient transport and lifting mechanics, this quiz is designed to reinforce key information for EMT students. Perfect for quick review before exams.

EMT Chapter 8 Flashcards