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ericka1

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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?
 
  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.

Question 2

A 5-year-old girl is trapped on the ice of a frozen lake. She is crying and asking you to come and get her off the ice. You should:
 
  A) attempt to walk toward her on the ice but turn around if the ice begins to crack.
  B) tell her she will fall through the ice if she doesn't come to you without assistance.
  C) call for additional resources.
  D) slide on your stomach out to her and provide care.



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C



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