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How many patient restraints should be utilized to secure a patient to the stretcher?
What is the age requirement for pediatric passengers to be secured properly in a child restraint device in Florida?
What type of child restraint device does Florida law require for pediatric passengers?
What should be utilized whenever possible in the airway seat of the patient compartment?
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Where should the child restraint device be utilized in the patient compartment?
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What should be utilized to maintain contact with the Communication Center if the patient requests transport outside of Palm Beach County?
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What code is assumed when requesting a private ambulance company?
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Which type of stretcher is mentioned in the text?
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What is the weight capacity of the POWER-PRO XT stretcher?
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Study Notes
Patient Restraints and Safety Regulations
- Utilize four patient restraints to secure a patient to the stretcher effectively.
Child Restraint Regulations in Florida
- Age Requirement: Pediatric passengers must be secured in a child restraint device until they are at least five years old.
- Type of Restraint Device: Florida law mandates the use of a child safety seat for pediatric passengers.
Airway and Communication Protocols
- Airway Seat Utilization: An airway seat in the patient compartment should always be used for airway management whenever possible.
- Child Restraint Device Placement: Should be installed in the rear patient compartment for optimal safety.
Transport and Ambulance Requests
- Maintain contact with the Communication Center if a patient requests transport outside of Palm Beach County.
- Use code 99 when requesting a private ambulance company.
Equipment Specifications
- The text mentions the POWER-PRO XT stretcher, which has a weight capacity of 650 pounds.
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Test your knowledge on securing patients to stretchers using restraints. This quiz covers the importance and proper use of patient restraints in medical transportation.
