FISDAP Patient Lifting, Moving, and Transport

Question 1

In which situation is an EMERGENCY move justified even before spinal precautions are applied?

Accepted Answer

The scene is on fire and the patient cannot be assessed in the current location

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The patient is complaining of neck pain after a vehicle collision

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The patient is ambulatory but disoriented

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The receiving hospital is requesting expedited transport

Question 2

When using the power lift technique, which body position best protects the EMT from back injury?

Accepted Answer

Keep the back straight, feet shoulder-width apart, and lift with the legs

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Bend at the waist with legs straight and lift with the back

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Keep the back curved, legs bent, and lift with arms

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Twist at the waist to redirect the load during the lift

Question 3

A patient is found face-down in a narrow hallway after a fall from standing. There is no immediate threat to life. What is the correct technique to move this patient?

Accepted Answer

Use a log roll with manual spinal stabilization to place the patient supine

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Drag the patient by the ankles to a wider area

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Sit the patient up first, then assist them to stand

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Apply a cervical collar and then drag by the shoulders

Question 4

The recommended maximum weight for a two-person carry to protect EMTs from injury is approximately:

Accepted Answer

150 lbs (68 kg)

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100 lbs (45 kg)

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250 lbs (113 kg)

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400 lbs (181 kg)

Question 5

A stair chair is MOST appropriate for which of the following patients?

Accepted Answer

A conscious, cooperative patient with chest pain and no suspected spinal injury who must be moved down stairs

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An unconscious trauma patient with suspected spinal injury

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A patient in cardiac arrest requiring CPR during transport

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A patient with a femur fracture who requires traction splinting

Question 6

Before moving a patient from the ground to the stretcher, the EMT should first ensure the stretcher is:

Accepted Answer

At its lowest position to minimize the lifting distance

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At its highest position to minimize the distance the EMT must carry the patient

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Positioned perpendicular to the patient at all times

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Locked in the raised position inside the ambulance