During transport, the patient must be properly positioned for comfort and to do no further harm. The Semi-Fowler position places the patient in a:
a. supine position with the legs raised 15 degrees.
b. sitting position with the head raised 90 degrees.
c. sitting position with the head raised 45 degrees.
d. supine position with the legs raised 45 degrees.
Question 2
Of the four lift techniques OEC Technicians use, the draw sheet method:
a. has the lowest risk of back injury to rescuers.
b. requires the fewest rescuers to use.
c. has the lowest rate of dropped patient incidents.
d. is the safest for the patient.
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Risk assessment codes for an HIV-infected patient.