Question 81Safety & Environmental - QMED

70% to pass

If it is necessary to remove a victim from a life threatening situation, the person giving first aid must _______________.

Aavoid subjecting the victim to any unnecessary disturbance during movement
Bpull the victim by the feet
Cplace the victim on a stretcher before attempting removal
Dnot move the victim to another location until all injuries have been assessed
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) avoid subjecting the victim to any unnecessary disturbance during movement. When dealing with a life-threatening situation, the priority is to quickly remove the victim from danger while minimizing further injury. Unnecessary movement or disturbance of the victim can potentially worsen their condition, so the person providing first aid must be cautious and gentle during the removal process. The other options are incorrect because: B) pulling the victim by the feet is an unsafe and improper technique, C) placing the victim on a stretcher should only be done if it can be done safely and quickly, and D) the victim's injuries should be rapidly assessed, but their removal from the dangerous situation takes precedence.

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