What is a two-person carry and when is it used?

What is a two-person carry and when is it used?

• A. A manual carry by two rescuers used for short moves or spinal precautions.
• B. A lift performed by a single rescuer.
• C. A mechanical carry using wheeled device.
• D. A triage method used for conscious patients only.

Answer: (A)

A two-person carry is a manual rescue technique where two rescuers work together to lift and move a patient, sharing the load and keeping the body, especially the spine, in alignment. It’s used for short moves or when spinal precautions are needed because it minimizes movement of the neck and torso and reduces strain on a single rescuer. Typically one rescuer supports the head and neck while the other supports the torso and legs, and they lift and transfer the patient together in a controlled, coordinated way. This approach is distinct from lifting or moving that’s done by one person, from mechanical carries that use devices, and from triage methods. It’s not meant for long distances or heavy injuries where equipment or more secure immobilization would be safer.

A two-person carry is a manual rescue technique where two rescuers work together to lift and move a patient, sharing the load and keeping the body, especially the spine, in alignment. It’s used for short moves or when spinal precautions are needed because it minimizes movement of the neck and torso and reduces strain on a single rescuer. Typically one rescuer supports the head and neck while the other supports the torso and legs, and they lift and transfer the patient together in a controlled, coordinated way. This approach is distinct from lifting or moving that’s done by one person, from mechanical carries that use devices, and from triage methods. It’s not meant for long distances or heavy injuries where equipment or more secure immobilization would be safer.