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SUBJECT 4 · POST-CRASH & TRIAGE

When transporting an unconscious, comatose patient, the first step is to place them in a supine position.

A
True
B
False
ANSWER · B
When transporting an unconscious patient, keep them in a lateral position with the head tilted to one side as much as possible, so any fluid in the mouth can drain directly. The supine position hinders drainage of respiratory secretions.
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