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Category - EMT-Basic

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When should a patient be moved immediately?

  1. If you can visualize no injuries to their neck or head
  2. If there is a fire or chance of fire
  3. Always, so they can be transported to the hospital quickly
  4. Never, you should assess the patient from head-to-toe prior to moving them
Explanation

Answer: B - You should only move a patient immediately if there is immediate danger to the patient if they are not moved, such as a fire or chance of fire, explosives or hazardous materials nearby, inability to protect the patient from other hazards on scene, inability to gain access to other patients in a vehicle that need life-saving care, or if life-saving care cannot be given because of their location or position.

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