(1) TB 128 - Stair Chair Flashcards

1
Q

The practice of walking patients, carrying them “Georgia-street,” or using available furniture is __________.

A

strongly discouraged

(This practice should be the exception, not the rule. )

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2
Q

Walking patients to the rescue ambulance or to a gurney should only be done if?

A

patient’s condition or scene safety issues do not permit waiting for additional personnel or retrieving additional equipment from the rescue ambulance.

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3
Q

The stair chair should be used in any situation where:

A

-accessing the patient and moving them to the rescue ambulance is difficult or impossible by using the gurney

-their condition might worsen if they are placed in a supine position, and there is no need for spinal immobilization

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