NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Preparatory

All of the following are potential reasons for performing a nonemergency move except one. Which of the following is not justification for performing a nonemergency move?
  1. The patient is complaining of neck pain
  2. The patient’s current position is aggravating existing injuries
  3. It is necessary to reach a source of sufficient water for washing chemical burns
  4. The patient insists on being moved and will not listen to reasons why he/she should not be moved
  5. Emergency care requires moving a patient (ex. moving a heat stroke patient to a cooler place)
Explanation
Answer: A - All of the choices above are potential reasons for performing a nonemergency move of a patient except a patient who is complaining of neck pain. If a patient is complaining of neck pain, it is essential to stabilize the neck and avoid further injury to the neck or spine. Nonemergency moves are intended for patients who are not likely to be negatively impacted by the move.
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