Emergency Rescue - Docs

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Emergency rescue- is a technical term for a rescue taking place under hazardous
circumstances and with high risk to the rescue personnel, but must be done
immediately to save a person's life. In this type of scenario to say a person is in
immediate danger may be understated, normally if not removed from their circumstance
as quickly as possible the victim will die quite soon. Technical rescues and rescue are
descriptive of many types of circumstances, in all cases the victim is in danger. A cat up
a tree or an otherwise uninjured person stuck in a crashed car are not likely to die in
moments but will need to be rescued from their circumstance by someone with the
means and skill to do so.
2. Emergency transfer- it is a procedure of moving a victim from a safe place to a safer

place. The notice of transfer shall include notice of the right of the individual under a
protective placement, the individual’s attorney, if any, or other interested person to
petition the court for a hearing on the transfer. In emergency transfer here’s the
following method you need to observe: Nature and severity of injury, size of the victim,
physical capabilities of the first aider, number of personnel and equipment available,
nature of evacuation route, distance to be covered and lastly sex of the victims. (Last
consideration).
3. Dragging- The movement of a victim by lifting part of their body as the other part
drags often used when a carry isn't possible or practical. Regardless of whether you
carry or drag a victim to safety, you must remember to keep your own safety a high
priority. It doesn't sound heroic to say, but it does no good for anyone if you injure
yourself and become part of the problem rather than the solution. Moving a victim is
harder than most realize. If the victim is conscious, pain from their injuries may cause
them to shift their weight around while you're moving them, creating a scenario where
your back or joints are forced into unnatural or unsafe positions leading to a strong
likelihood of rescuer injury. The victim may be vocal, crying or shouting, distracting you
from your task, which also lends itself to injury. If the victim is unconscious this creates
a deadweight situation. They're unable to assist you in any way, tell you if you're hurting
them, or causing greater injury by your movements. Also, the mental demands of
moving an unconscious victim already increase the rescuer's anxiety out of concern.
1. Lovers carry or carry in arms- Used to quickly move an unconscious or conscious
casualty. Can be used to move the casualty a moderate or long distance.
2. Firemans carry- This carry must NEVER be used to move a person who has an
injured neck, back and pelvis.
3. Pack strap carry- The pack strap carry has been utilized by the military for decades.
It's a quick, down-and-dirty way to move a victim quickly. If not done correctly, this carry
can be extremely uncomfortable for the victim. This is typically used on a conscious
victim. For an unconscious victim, it can be done, but you may require assistance
getting them into the position
4. Piggy back carry- Simply life the casualty from a standing or sitting position onto your
back. Don’t try it if the casualty is unconscious or has arm injuries.
5. Assist to walk- This method is only used for casualties who can help themselves. It is
an easy way to move the less serious ly injured.
6. Cloth drag- one of the more simple methods, but note firefighter’s height in the
environment may be too high depending on smoke and heat. Sunglasses on the victim
are optional as they will probably be inside a building.
7. Feet drag- The feet drag is a last resort. Moving a victim in this manner will most
certainly be uncomfortable for the victim and will likely cause greater injury. It's a “life
over limb” technique. This can really be accomplished only if the victim is unconscious
because of the pain of dragging their torso and head along the ground.
8. Armpit/Shoulder drag- This carry is used to drag a casualty who is either lying on
their back or in a sitting position. Ease your hands under the casualty’s shoulders and
grasp the clothing on each side, supporting the head between your forearms. Drag the
casualty backward only as far as necessary for his/her safety. But be careful, make sure
not to choke the casualties when pulling on their clothing.
9. Blanket drag- An alternate method to the shoulder drag where the rescuer can use a
blanket to support and pull the casualty.
10. Fireman’s drag- grab the person around the waist, and help bring him to a standing
position, facing you. Once standing, keep one arm around their waist. Grasp the
person's wrist which is closest to your free hand. Lift the person's wrist above his head.
Kneel in front of the person, and pull him onto your shoulders.
11. Inclined drag- always pull in the direction of the long axis of a patients body. Do not
pull a patient sideways. Avoid bending or twisting the patient’s trunk.
12. Four hand seat- This is also a good carry for a conscious casualty who can use
hands and arms for support.
13. Hand as a litter- can be used to move a conscious or unconscious casualty for a
short distance. It can also be used to place a casualty onto a litter. Position the casualty
on his back. ... Each bearer passes one arm under the casualty's back and the other
arm under the casualty's thigh.
14. Carry by extremities- This is a common carry that's used by first responders and the

military. It's easily performed, but best suited for moving a victim over even terrain, such
as along a paved path or within a building. Both conscious and unconscious victims can
be carried in this manner.
15- Assist to walk- If your victim is able to walk with only minor help from you, let them.
The one-person walk assist offers the least chance for injury to both rescuer and victim.
16. Chair carry- This is a good method for carrying victims up and down stairs or
through narrow or uneven areas.
17. Hammoc carry- Three or more rescuers get on both sides of the victim. The
strongest member is on the side with the fewest rescuers.
18.Bearers alongside- The one of the method of trasferring injured victim that uses
three person to carry the victim in one side.

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