Explain the methods of transporting patients.
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1. In emergency conditions, various transportation methods need to be followed. These methods depend on the condition of the victim. Each accident is different, and the injury also could be in different parts of our body, and one needs to be careful about handling the patient. The various methods used for transporting of patients are:
a. Cradle method: Useful for children and underweight victims.
b. Carrying piggyback: Useful for carrying patients who are unconscious. c.Human crutch method: If one of the legs is injured, the victim should be supported with minimum load on the other leg.
d. Pulling or lifting method: This is used for carrying an unconscious patient through a short distance.
e. Carrying on four hand chair: This is useful when support is needed for the part below the waist.
f. Carrying on two hand chair: Useful for patients who cannot use their hands, but can hold their body upright.
g. Stretcher: In an emergency, if a conventional stretcher is not available, then a temporary stretcher can be made using bamboos, blankets, etc.
