First Aid: Lifts and Carries Flashcards

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

What does the Shoulder Pull support?

What is the Blanket Pull preferred for?

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

What is a challenge of the Firefighter Carry?

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

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

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

What does the Two-Handed Seat technique support?

What is the Chair Carry mainly used for?

What materials are needed for an Improvised Stretcher?

Match the following techniques with their requirements:

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.

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.