 Stretcher - Other types of stretchers: Encyclopedia II - Stretcher - Lifting and carrying devicesThe casualty must be lifted (scoop) to be put on the stretcher. This lifting can be made manually, but it is also possible to use specific devices. These devices can be also used as stretchers, but only for short distances.
A long spine board can be used to scoop and carry the victim to the stretcher; in case a spine trauma is suspected, the victim is left on the board and tied to it and the board is simply put on the stretcher. The spine and the overall immobilisation can al ...
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