Chapter 14 (Lifting & Moving Casualties)

Which of the following is not the general rules of transportation ?

• Instruct your helpers on what they are supposed to do

• Make sure that the team and equipment are in position before proceeding

• Ensure the safety and comfort of the casualty, yourself, and any helpers throughout the move

• Rush into a dangerous area to transport the casualty out

Your friend was playing football when he sprained his ankle. Which transportation method should you use ?

• Drag method

• Human crutch

• Kitchen chair

• Cradle method

What type of chair should you use for the kitchen chair method ?

• Plastic chair

• Wooden chair

• Metal chair

You are required to transport a casualty out of a burning building. You do not suspect any spinal injury. Which transportation method should you use ?

• Drag method

• Two-handed seat

• Kitchen chair

• Pick-a-back

Which of these methods is suitable for transporting an unconscious casualty ?

• Kitchen chair

• Four-handed seat

• Pick-a-back

• Fore-and-aft carry

You are required to transport a 6 year-old child to safety. He has been knocked unconscious and you are alone. Which method should you use ?

• Two-handed seat

• Fore-and-aft carry

• Cradle method

• Stretcher