First Aid: Lifts and Carries Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the fastest method for moving a victim a short distance over a smooth surface?

Ankle Pull (correct)

Shoulder Pull

Firefighter Carry

Blanket Pull

What does the Shoulder Pull support?

The head of the victim

What is the Blanket Pull preferred for?

Dragging a victim

The One-Person Lift can be used for any victim.

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What is a challenge of the Firefighter Carry?

Requires a strong rescuer or assistant Signup and view all the answers

The Pack-Strap Carry is suitable for shorter distances compared to the One-Person Lift.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Human Crutch/Two-Person Drag?

Allows the victim to swing their leg Signup and view all the answers

The Four-Handed Seat technique is for carrying conscious and alert victims ______________.

moderate distances Signup and view all the answers

What does the Two-Handed Seat technique support?

Unconscious victims Signup and view all the answers

What is the Chair Carry mainly used for?

Carrying victims up and down stairs Signup and view all the answers

What materials are needed for an Improvised Stretcher?

Two poles and at least two shirts Signup and view all the answers

Match the following techniques with their requirements:

Blanket Stretcher = Two poles and a blanket Hammock Carry = Three or more rescuers Three-Person Carry/Stretcher Lift = For lifting patients onto a bed or stretcher Improvised Stretcher = Two poles and at least two shirts Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lifts and Carries in First Aid

Ankle Pull: Fast method for moving a victim short distances over smooth surfaces.
Shoulder Pull: Supports victim's head but requires the rescuer to bend over while pulling.
Blanket Pull: Preferred technique for dragging a victim safely.
One-Person Lift: Suitable only for a child or very light individual.
Firefighter Carry: Used for longer distances; difficult to lift a victim from the ground without assistance.
Pack-Strap Carry: More effective than a one-person lift for covering longer distances.
Human Crutch/Two-Person Drag: Allows conscious victims to use rescuers as crutches, useful for quick evacuation of unconscious victims.
Four-Handed Seat: For conscious, alert victims, requiring them to stand unsupported during transport for moderate distances.
Two-Handed Seat: Supports victims over longer distances, effective for both conscious and unconscious individuals.
Chair Carry: Ideal for transporting victims up and down stairs, or through narrow and uneven areas.
Improvised Stretcher: Utilizes two poles or pipes and at least two shirts to support the victim's weight when no stretcher is available.
Blanket Stretcher: Involves using two poles along with a blanket for victim transport.
Hammock Carry: Three or more rescuers support the victim at their sides, with the strongest rescuer positioned where there are fewer rescuers.
Three-Person Carry/Stretcher Lift: Effective for lifting patients onto beds, stretchers, or for short-distance transport.

Description

Test your knowledge on various lifting and carrying techniques used in first aid. This quiz covers terms such as Ankle Pull, Shoulder Pull, and Blanket Pull, each crucial for ensuring safe movement of victims. Brush up on these essential skills to assist in emergency situations.