NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

The mnemonic device to remember what one should do when submerged in cold water is:
  1. D.R.I.
  2. H.E.L.P.
  3. H.2.D.R.I.
  4. H.E.L.D
Explanation
Answer: B -The Heat Escape Lessening Position system was designed to reduce body heat loss and place the body in a fetal tuck with the head above water and floating until help arrives. This protects the areas of greatest heat loss in the body, namely the abdomen and large muscles.
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