Question

1. the most appropriate carrying device to use when moving a patient across rough or uneven terrain is the: a. stair chair. b. wheeled stretcher. c. scoop stretcher. d. basket stretcher. 12. which of the following statements regarding the scoop stretcher is not correct? a. the construction of the scoop stretcher prohibits x - rays while the patient is on it. b. you must fully secure the patient to the scoop stretcher before moving him or her. c. a scoop stretcher will provide adequate immobilization of a patients spinal column. d. both sides of the patient must be accessible for a scoop stretcher to be used. 13. when the shoulder girdle is aligned over the pelvis during lifting: a. the weight is exerted straight down the vertebrae. b. the hands can be held further apart from the body. c. the muscles of the back experience increased strain. d. the risk of back injuries is significantly increased. 14. when using a body drag to pull a patient who is on the ground, you should: a. kneel to minimize the distance that you will have to lean over. b. extend your elbows as far beyond your anterior torso as possible. c. bend your back laterally to maximize your amount of pulling power. d. avoid situations involving strenuous effort lasting more than five minutes. 15. which of the following situations would require an urgent patient move? a. conscious patient with abrasions and a possibly fractured humerus b. imminent risk of a fire or explosion in or near the patients vehicle c. semiconscious patient with shallow respirations and signs of shock d. stable patient who is blocking access to a critically injured patient

Explanation:

1. A basket stretcher is designed to handle rough or uneven terrain. It has a rigid frame and is suspended by straps, allowing it to be carried over various surfaces.
2. A scoop stretcher does not provide adequate spinal column immobilization. It is mainly used for lifting and moving patients, not for spinal protection.
3. When the shoulder girdle is aligned over the pelvis during lifting, the weight is exerted straight down the vertebrae. This is the proper lifting technique to avoid back strain.
4. When using a body drag, kneeling minimizes the distance you have to lean over, reducing the risk of back injury.
5. An imminent risk of a fire or explosion in or near the patient's vehicle requires an urgent patient move to ensure the patient's safety.

Answer:

1. d. basket stretcher.
2. c. A scoop stretcher will provide adequate immobilization of a patient's spinal column.
3. a. the weight is exerted straight down the vertebrae.
4. a. kneel to minimize the distance that you will have to lean over.
5. b. Imminent risk of a fire or explosion in or near the patient's vehicle.