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The safe lifting technique that uses the large muscles in your legs & minimizes
the risk of injury is called the Answer - Power lift
You have placed a patient on your stretcher. She has no injuries but has been
vomiting for several days. Her blood pressure is 92/60, and she says she feels
dizzy. The best position for this patient is the: Answer - Shock position
You are moving a stable patient down a narrow hallway with several turns. Your
traditional stretcher will not fit. Which device should you use? Answer -
Portable stretcher
You have decided to carry a patient down a flight of stairs using your stair chair.
You have a third EMR on scene. You should direct the additional responder to
position him- or herself: Answer - Below the person carrying the feet, to serve
as a spotter
You have a combative patient. You & the police need to restrain the patient. All
of these are guidelines to follow EXCEPT: Answer - Approaching the patient
alone
You have a patient that is positioned at 90 degrees angle for the shortness of
breathe. This is called the Answer - Fowler's position