Ems Ops Bulletin 6 Flashcards
1
Q
Bariatric pt weighs over?
A
300 lbs
2
Q
Which ambulances have been provided bariatric transport equipment?
A
Ambulance 33 and ambulance 29
3
Q
Which unit can be utilized as a bariatric unit if A33 or A29 are not available?
A
Medical Ambulance Bus #1
4
Q
Should medically stable bariatric pts transported if no bariatric unit is available?
A
Stable bariatric units can be held at the scene until an appropriate unit is available.
5
Q
Does EMS need to wait for a bariatric unit to transport priority 1 or 2 pt’s?
A
No, transport will not be delayed when possible
6
Q
What is the approved Department supplied device for lifting and transferring bariatric pt’s to a stretcher? Can improvised solutions be used?
A
The mega mover. no improvised solutions such as bed sheets, etc.
