EMS Care Chapter 38 | Lifting and Moving Patients

EMS Care Chapter 38 |  Lifting and Moving Patients |  Lifting and Moving Patients begins with an introduction to the subject. We subsequently explore  in-depth the following lessons:

• Basic Principles of Lifting and Moving Patients
• Equipment and Tools
• Patient Safety

Core Concepts covered :

• To safely lift and move the patient
• To safeguard your physical health

Important Notes

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An Excerpt from the course on Lifting and Moving Patients

Should you push or pull while moving?

A ground rule is, push whenever possible and always choose it over pulling. While pushing or pulling,

• Keep the back locked in.
• Keep the line of pull through the center of the body.
• Keep the weight close to the body.
• If the weight is below your waist, push or pull in the kneeling position.
• Avoid pushing or pulling overhead.

Keep your elbows bent and arms close to your sides.