Principles of Lifting, Moving, and Positioning of Patients

Front

The correct and efficient use of your body to facilitate lifting and moving is called proper:

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body mechanics.

Front

Back injuries are a common cause of disability for EMS professionals. Which of the following statements represent guidelines for safe lifting? Bend at your knees and hips, and keep your back straight, Limit the lift to two team members, Position your feet together, Keep the weight about a foot from your body

Back

Bend at your knees and hips, and keep your back straight

Front

The lifting technique used to lift a patient who is on a stretcher is called a:

Back

power lift.

Front

Which of the following represents an indication for an emergency move? Abdominal pain, Decapitated patient, Femur deformity, Uncontrolled arterial bleed

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Uncontrolled arterial bleed

Front

The carry method used to move a patient with no suspected spine injury from a bed to a stretcher is:

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direct carry.

Front

A two-piece device often used to pick up patients with hip injuries or multiple injuries is the:

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scoop stretcher.

Front

A patient who is in shock is placed on the stretcher. Which position would be most effective for this patient? Options: Supine, High Fowler’s position, Semi-Fowler’s position, Prone

Back

Supine

Front

An unresponsive patient with no suspected spine injury should be placed in:

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recovery position.

Front

During a log roll, which rescuer should give the signal to roll the patient?

Back

The rescuer positioned at the head.

Front

All of the following are steps in the patient restrain process EXCEPT: talk to the patient with a calm and clear voice., secure the patient in the prone position., check the patient’s airway, breathing, and circulation frequently after restraints have been applied., ensure the group only uses force required to effectively restrain the patient.

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secure the patient in the prone position.