Question 1

You are correctly using the blanket drag to move a patient when you:

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A)   place the patient in a blanket and drag him by grasping his forearms.
B)   secure the patient in a blanket and drag him headfirst toward you.
C)   place the patient in the blanket in a prone position and drag him toward you.
D)   secure the patient in a supine position and drag him feet first along the ground.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

When transferring a patient from a bed to a wheeled stretcher, an EMT uses proper body mechanics when he or she:

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A)   primarily uses the muscles of his back to move the patient.
B)   aligns his shoulder, hips, and feet when moving the patient.
C)   transfers the patient to the stretcher all at once, not in stages.
D)   keeps his arms locked and the patient away from his body during the transfer.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 3

To improve your physical fitness and decrease the risk of injury when lifting and moving patients, you should combine proper body mechanics with:

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A)   vitamin supplements.
B)   proper nutrition.
C)   protein drinks.
D)   caffeine substitutes.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

You are caring for a young male patient who has overdosed on an unknown medication and has a decreased level of consciousness. When positioning the patient on the stretcher, what instructions will you give to the Emergency Medical Responders?

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A)   "When you put him on the stretcher, elevate his head and chest."
B)   "He will need to be positioned flat on his back when on the stretcher."
C)   "Place him in a supine position and then carefully elevate his feet."
D)   "When you move him to the stretcher, put him on his left side."E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Which observation demonstrates that the EMTs and EMRs are correctly using the stair chair?

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A)   The wheels of the stair chair touch each and every step.
B)   The stair chair slides down the stairs while tilted forward.
C)   The patient is carried down the stairs feet first.
D)   The stair chair is carried down the stairs with the chair tilted forward.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

A patient has fallen in his upstairs bathroom and is lying on the floor. Assessment indicates no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation; however, he does have pain, deformity, and bruising to his right hip. In this situation, the EMT should recognize the need for what type of move?

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A)   Emergency
B)   Non-urgent
C)   Urgent
D)   AggressiveE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

When carrying equipment in the right hand, the EMT would:

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A)   lean to the left side for compensation.
B)   bend backward for counter balance.
C)   tilt his body to the right side.
D)   keep his or her back straight and locked.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 8

When lifting the stretcher with a patient secured to it, the EMT must avoid which of the following?

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A)   Maintaining a straight back
B)   Bending at the waist
C)   Contracting the abdominal muscles
D)   Lifting with the thigh musclesE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

A patient must be removed immediately from a structure that is on the verge of collapse following an explosion. He is lying on the ground and dressed in shorts and a T-shirt. You are by yourself and have no other supplies or equipment. What type of move would be most appropriate in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A)   The armpit-forearm drag
B)   The extremity lift
C)   The shirt drag
D)   The blanket dragE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

When you must push an object, it is important to:

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A)   push using muscles between your waist and shoulders.
B)   push from an overhead position.
C)   keep your elbows straight and locked.
D)   push with your arms away from your body.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which one of the following instructions would you give to a new EMT who is preparing to use a squat lift to raise a patient secured to a stretcher?

Accepted Answer

A)   "Make sure to place your weaker leg slightly back."
B)   "Try not to use a power grip when performing the squat lift."
C)   "Support yourself with your stronger leg and push up with your weaker one."
D)   "Make sure that you push yourself up with your stronger leg."E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

You have been asked to present a continuing education session on body mechanics and posture. In your presentation, you would advise the participants that proper posture is achieved when your:

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A)   ears, shoulders, and feet are vertically aligned when sitting.
B)   abdomen and buttocks are positioned slightly to the posterior when standing.
C)   body weight is evenly distributed over the thoracic spine when sitting.
D)   ears, shoulders, and hips are vertically aligned when standing.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Kyphosis is best described as:

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A)   an exaggerated forward curvature of the thoracic spine.
B)   a pronounced lateral curvature of the thoracic spine.
C)   the exaggerated curvature of the lumbar spine.
D)   a distinct lateral curvature of the cervical spine.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 14

Which of the following statements accurately describes the concept of body mechanics?

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A)   "Body mechanics refers to an exercise program designed to increase strength and prevent injuries when lifting or moving patients."
B)   "Body mechanics describes the personal maintenance of a proper weight and posture so that on-the-job injuries are minimized."
C)   "Body mechanics refers to methods that promote using your body in the safest and most efficient way when moving objects or patients."
D)   "Body mechanics describes a program of back exercises that decreases the chance of incurring a back injury when moving a patient."E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

You are moving a critically injured patient to a helicopter for rapid transport to a trauma center. The rotors are spinning so that the aircraft can immediately take off. As team leader, what instruction would you provide?

Accepted Answer

A)   "Let's get many people around the backboard so we can safely load him into the aircraft."
B)   "I need someone to hold the IV bag in the air while we load so he continues to get IV fluids."
C)   "Will someone please lay the O₂ tank on the patient's legs so he continues to get oxygen as we load?"
D)   "Will someone please securely cover the patient's eyes so that they are not struck with flying dirt?"E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Which one of the following positions would be most appropriate for an alert and oriented patient complaining of shortness of breath?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prone
B)   Position of comfort
C)   Supine with feet elevated
D)   Side lyingE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

The EMT recognizes that an advantage of using the wheeled stretcher is that it:

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A)   rolls smoothly over rough terrain.
B)   can be safely moved by one EMT.
C)   cannot become unbalanced.
D)   can be adjusted to different positions.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Exam 6: Lifting and Moving Patients

Which one of the following positions would be most appropriate for an alert and oriented patient complaining of shortness of breath?

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You are caring for a young male patient who has overdosed on an unknown medication and has a decreased level of consciousness. When positioning the patient on the stretcher, what instructions will you give to the Emergency Medical Responders?

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A patient must be removed immediately from a structure that is on the verge of collapse following an explosion. He is lying on the ground and dressed in shorts and a T-shirt. You are by yourself and have no other supplies or equipment. What type of move would be most appropriate in this situation?

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You are correctly using the blanket drag to move a patient when you:

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When you must push an object, it is important to:

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You are moving a critically injured patient to a helicopter for rapid transport to a trauma center. The rotors are spinning so that the aircraft can immediately take off. As team leader, what instruction would you provide?

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You have been asked to present a continuing education session on body mechanics and posture. In your presentation, you would advise the participants that proper posture is achieved when your:

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The EMT recognizes that an advantage of using the wheeled stretcher is that it:

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the concept of body mechanics?

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When carrying equipment in the right hand, the EMT would:

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Kyphosis is best described as:

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Which one of the following instructions would you give to a new EMT who is preparing to use a squat lift to raise a patient secured to a stretcher?

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To improve your physical fitness and decrease the risk of injury when lifting and moving patients, you should combine proper body mechanics with:

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When transferring a patient from a bed to a wheeled stretcher, an EMT uses proper body mechanics when he or she:

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A patient has fallen in his upstairs bathroom and is lying on the floor. Assessment indicates no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation; however, he does have pain, deformity, and bruising to his right hip. In this situation, the EMT should recognize the need for what type of move?

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When lifting the stretcher with a patient secured to it, the EMT must avoid which of the following?

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Which observation demonstrates that the EMTs and EMRs are correctly using the stair chair?

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Exam 6: Lifting and Moving Patients

Which one of the following positions would be most appropriate for an alert and oriented patient complaining of shortness of breath?

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You are caring for a young male patient who has overdosed on an unknown medication and has a decreased level of consciousness. When positioning the patient on the stretcher, what instructions will you give to the Emergency Medical Responders?

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A patient must be removed immediately from a structure that is on the verge of collapse following an explosion. He is lying on the ground and dressed in shorts and a T-shirt. You are by yourself and have no other supplies or equipment. What type of move would be most appropriate in this situation?

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You are correctly using the blanket drag to move a patient when you:

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When you must push an object, it is important to:

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You are moving a critically injured patient to a helicopter for rapid transport to a trauma center. The rotors are spinning so that the aircraft can immediately take off. As team leader, what instruction would you provide?

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You have been asked to present a continuing education session on body mechanics and posture. In your presentation, you would advise the participants that proper posture is achieved when your:

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The EMT recognizes that an advantage of using the wheeled stretcher is that it:

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the concept of body mechanics?

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When carrying equipment in the right hand, the EMT would:

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Kyphosis is best described as:

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Which one of the following instructions would you give to a new EMT who is preparing to use a squat lift to raise a patient secured to a stretcher?

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To improve your physical fitness and decrease the risk of injury when lifting and moving patients, you should combine proper body mechanics with:

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When transferring a patient from a bed to a wheeled stretcher, an EMT uses proper body mechanics when he or she:

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A patient has fallen in his upstairs bathroom and is lying on the floor. Assessment indicates no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation; however, he does have pain, deformity, and bruising to his right hip. In this situation, the EMT should recognize the need for what type of move?

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When lifting the stretcher with a patient secured to it, the EMT must avoid which of the following?

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Which observation demonstrates that the EMTs and EMRs are correctly using the stair chair?

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