Author Question: You are trying to convince the equipment committee to purchase a hydraulic power stretcher. When ... (Read 55 times)

Hungry! · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

You are trying to convince the equipment committee to purchase a hydraulic power stretcher. When discussing advantages over a more traditional stretcher, what would you emphasize?

A) It is considered much safer for transporting a child car seat.
B) It is much lighter, more durable, and easier to maneuver.
C) It will be easier to lift and lower when it is loaded with a patient.
D) It enables one EMT to safely move the stretcher, freeing another for patient care.

Question 2

Which of the following is appropriate when caring for a premature baby?

A) Deeply suctioning the airway with a rigid tonsil-tip
B) Applying high-concentration oxygen with a neonatal nonrebreather mask
C) Encouraging family members to hold the infant
D) Wrapping the infant in a blanket, covering his head, and keeping the temperature in the ambulance between 90F and 100F