Jul 10, 2009 · So maybe this position helps keep things down. If I recall correctly left lateral recumbent position is a PT on their left side, with their right leg drawn up. Reason #4501 I …

Jul 10, 2009 · Place the victim in a Lateral Recumbent, recovery position, either left or right; unless there is spine or trunk trauma. While tilting the head back opens the airway.

Jul 10, 2009 · I thought everyone knew why left lateral recumbent position in the ambulance::: So the pt pukes all over the medic in the back.

Apr 4, 2006 · In class tonight, we were told that patients suffering from decompression sickness or nitrogen necrosis should be placed in the left lateral recumbent position.

Jul 30, 2011 · Holy resurrection Batman. If after 4 years anyone is sill around and interested I think that Left lateral recumbent, or any recumbent position will better circulation by increasing …

Jul 5, 2006 · Brady EMT-Basic Self-Assessment Exam Prep book. Question is: Which of the following impaled objects may be removed in the prehospital setting? Choices are: A) …

Apr 5, 2010 · Or, as an other option lay the patient in the left (or right) lateral recumbent position? Thereby allowing safe clearance of airway? Most cervical injuries are stable enough to allow …

Apr 18, 2006 · I have to ask, because its something i've noticed recently. Have we discussed all the quality EMS topics? Is there really anything left? I havent seen a non redundant post in …

Dec 17, 2005 · Ultrasound was used to measure and record the lateral diameter of the right IJV at the level of the cricoid cartilage. Following each reading the table was returned to the supine …

Nov 4, 2009 · I left the full time gig because of back problems, but found a great position as an instructor in EMS at local college. I also still work part time for the service on occasion and it …