Emergency Medical Techniques Flashcard

Front

When you lift with your legs, keeping your back straight and bending your knees, this technique is called the:

Back

power lift

Answer explanation

The technique of lifting with your legs while keeping your back straight and bending your knees is known as a 'power lift'. This method helps to prevent injury and utilizes the strength of your legs effectively.

Front

You are called to assist a person who is short of breath. She states that she cannot walk down the stairs. The best way to move her is to use a ___.

Back

stair chair

Answer explanation

A stair chair is specifically designed for transporting individuals up and down stairs safely, making it the best choice for someone who is short of breath and unable to walk down the stairs.

Front

Moving a person from a prone position to a supine position is called (the) ___.

Back

log roll

Answer explanation

Moving a person from a prone position to a supine position is best achieved using the 'log roll' technique, which allows for safe and controlled movement, minimizing potential injury.

Front

Which statement about emergency moves is correct? Options: Move the patient only after assessing the ABCs. Wait for the police to advise you when to move a patient. Do not move the patient unless he/she is in immediate danger. Move a cardiac arrest victim at any time.

Back

Do not move the patient unless he/she is in immediate danger.

Answer explanation

The correct statement is to not move the patient unless he/she is in immediate danger. This ensures that the patient is not further harmed and that proper care can be administered without unnecessary movement.

Front

When considering body mechanics for patient transfer, which of the following is NOT a recommended practice? Keep your back straight and bend at the knees, Twist your torso while lifting, Maintain a wide base of support, Keep the load close to your body

Back

Twist your torso while lifting

Answer explanation

Twisting your torso while lifting can lead to back injuries. Recommended practices include keeping your back straight, bending at the knees, maintaining a wide base of support, and keeping the load close to your body.

Front

You have an unresponsive patient without a suspected spinal injury. The patient needs to be placed in a position so that fluids or vomitus can drain. The recommended position is the __ position.

Back

recovery

Answer explanation

The recovery position is recommended for unresponsive patients without spinal injury, as it allows fluids or vomitus to drain from the mouth, reducing the risk of aspiration.

Front

You have a patient with a suspected spinal injury; the best method for movement to the backboard device is the ___.

Back

log roll

Answer explanation

The log roll is the best method for moving a patient with a suspected spinal injury to a backboard, as it maintains spinal alignment and minimizes movement, reducing the risk of further injury.

Front

A device for moving a patient over rough terrain is the ___.

Back

basket stretcher

Answer explanation

A basket stretcher is specifically designed for transporting patients over rough terrain, providing stability and support. In contrast, a stair chair, wheeled stretcher, and spine board are not optimized for such conditions.

Front

When transporting a patient on a backboard, you should:

Back

keep the weight close to your body

Answer explanation

Keeping the weight close to your body while transporting a patient on a backboard helps maintain balance and reduces strain on your back, making it safer and more efficient.

Front

The most common type of emergency move is the ___.

Back

drag

Answer explanation

The most common type of emergency move is the 'drag'. This technique is used to quickly and safely move an injured person to a safer location, making it essential in emergency situations.