Ch 5 Key Terms Flashcards

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basket stretcher

A

a lightweight device used to transport a patient during

a backcountry rescue; sometimes called a “Stokes” stretcher.

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body mechanics

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the proper use of body movement in daily activities to

prevent problems associated with posture.

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carry

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the act of taking or supporting the movement of a person from one location to another.

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drag

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a method of moving a patient on the ground to another location.

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high-Fowler position

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a sitting position with the patient’s body bent at the waist to 90 degrees; is typically used for patients who are experiencing severe breathing problems.

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landing zone (LZ)

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an area used to land a helicopter; for fixed wing aircraft, the LZ is a temporary runway.

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lift

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the act of raising a person from a lower position to a higher position.

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long spine board (LSB)

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a long rectangular board, 16 inches wide by 72 inches long, on which a patient with a spinal injury is placed.

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move

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the passage of a patient from one location to another.

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orthopedic stretcher

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a two-piece device that is slightly concave and has

an open center section; is used to transport a patient; also called a “scoop” stretcher.

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patient package

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the combination of the patient, any equipment needed to care for the patient, and the device used to transport the patient.

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Rothberg position

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a sitting position in which the patient’s upper body is raised 45 degrees and the knees are slightly bent; is used often for patients who are experiencing chest pain or a suspected heart attack.

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semi-Fowler position

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a sitting position in which the patient’s upper body is raised to 45 degrees; is commonly used for patients who are awake and are not suspected of having a serious injury or illness.

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stair chair

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a portable evacuation chair that enables a patient to be

transported in a seated position.

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Trendelenburg position

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a position in which the patient’s head is lowered 15–30 degrees (below the level of the heart) while the feet are
simultaneously raised approximately 15–30 degrees; is generally used for patients who are in shock.

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