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Patients with chest pain or dyspnea should normally be transported __________.
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:
When a person is standing upright, the weight of anything being lifted and carried in the hands is FIRST reflected onto the:
The FIRST rule of safe lifting is to:
The FIRST rule of safe lifting is to:
The power lift involves using your lower back instead of your legs to lift.
The power lift involves using your lower back instead of your legs to lift.
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Which of the following statements regarding the power lift is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding the power lift is correct?
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General guidelines for carrying a patient on a stretcher include:
General guidelines for carrying a patient on a stretcher include:
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When carrying a patient on a backboard up or down stairs:
When carrying a patient on a backboard up or down stairs:
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With proper technique, you and your partner should be able to safely lift a patient who weighs up to ______ lb.
With proper technique, you and your partner should be able to safely lift a patient who weighs up to ______ lb.
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In which of the following situations is an emergency patient move indicated?
In which of the following situations is an emergency patient move indicated?
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Which of the following situations would require an urgent patient move?
Which of the following situations would require an urgent patient move?
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A critical aspect of the rapid extrication technique is to:
A critical aspect of the rapid extrication technique is to:
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How should you and your partner move a patient who complains of severe weakness and dizziness?
How should you and your partner move a patient who complains of severe weakness and dizziness?
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A folding or portable stretcher is MOST beneficial when:
A folding or portable stretcher is MOST beneficial when:
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The MOST appropriate carrying device to use when moving a patient across rough or uneven terrain is the:
The MOST appropriate carrying device to use when moving a patient across rough or uneven terrain is the:
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What is the most suitable alternative to the backboard for an agitated 3-year-old female who is alert?
What is the most suitable alternative to the backboard for an agitated 3-year-old female who is alert?
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An EMT may injure his or her back, even if it is straight, if the:
An EMT may injure his or her back, even if it is straight, if the:
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In contrast to typical wheeled ambulance stretchers, features of a bariatric stretcher include:
In contrast to typical wheeled ambulance stretchers, features of a bariatric stretcher include:
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The _________ is both the mechanical weight-bearing base of the spinal column and the fused central posterior section of the pelvic girdle.
The _________ is both the mechanical weight-bearing base of the spinal column and the fused central posterior section of the pelvic girdle.
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To protect a restrained patient and prevent him from using leverage to break free, the EMT should secure __________.
To protect a restrained patient and prevent him from using leverage to break free, the EMT should secure __________.
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Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, how should you approach a semiconscious patient with a laceration?
Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, how should you approach a semiconscious patient with a laceration?
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When pulling a patient, you should extend your arms no more than ________ in front of your torso.
When pulling a patient, you should extend your arms no more than ________ in front of your torso.
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Which of the following conditions or situations presents the MOST unique challenge to the EMT when immobilizing an elderly patient on a long backboard?
Which of the following conditions or situations presents the MOST unique challenge to the EMT when immobilizing an elderly patient on a long backboard?
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Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient move is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient move is correct?
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You are attending to a 22-year-old female patient who has overdosed. What's the most appropriate way to bring the patient downstairs?
You are attending to a 22-year-old female patient who has overdosed. What's the most appropriate way to bring the patient downstairs?
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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.
