Chapter 5 -Transporting Flashcards
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What is the patient package?
The combination of the patient, any equipment needed to care for the patient, and the device used to transport the patient.
What is a LSB?
A long spine board: 16” wide and 72” long.
What is an orthopedic stretcher?
A two-piece slightly concave device device which has an opening in the center used to transport a patient. Also known as a “scoop” stretcher.
What is a basket stretcher?
A lightweight device used to transport a patient during a backcountry rescue. Also known as a “stokes” stretcher.
What is a move?
The passage of a patient from one location to another.
What are the four types of long-axis drags?
- Shoulder drag
- Underarm-wrist drag
- Blanket drag
- Feet drag
Describe the power grip.
- Palms up, 10” apart
- Reach under and firmly grasp the object
- loop your thumb over the index and middle fingers
Describe the power lift.
- Wide stance - shoulder width apart
- Bend knees and squat. Keep back straight and shoulders over spine.
- Grasp item with palms up.
- Keep your back muscles tight and head up
- Straighten legs to lift
What is the semi-fowler position?
A sitting position with the patients upper body raised 45 degrees.
What is the high-fowler position?
A sitting position with the patients body bent at the waist to 90 degrees. Used for patients with difficulty breathing.
What is the Rothberg position?
A sitting position with the upper body raised 45 degrees and the knees slightly bent. Used for chest pain or suspected heart attack.
What is the Trendelenburg position?
A position where the patients head is lowered 15-30 degrees and the feet raised 15-30 degrees. Used for shock.
Generally, how should a patient be positioned in a sled for transport.
Injury Up-Hill
What are the three main exceptions to the injury uphill principle?
- Patients with breathing difficulty
- Patients in shock
- Patients with a serious head injury
What is the minimum size of a helicopter LZ?
100’ X 100’
Describe the BEAN lift.
Body elevation and non-movement:
Needs 4-6 rescuers staggered on either side.
Lift 5-6 inches
Describe the BEAM Lift
Body elevation and Movement
Same as BEAN with movement
