A scoop stretcher is a device used to move and transport injured people, especially those with suspected spinal injuries. It is a lightweight, durable stretcher with two halves that can be separated and placed on either side of the patient. The halves are then brought together and secured, cradling the patient in a stable position.
Scoop stretchers are typically made of a lightweight, durable material such as plastic or aluminum. They have a clamshell design, with two halves that can be separated and placed on either side of the patient. The halves are then brought together and secured, cradling the patient in a stable position.
Scoop stretchers have a number of advantages over other types of stretchers, such as longboards:
- They are easier to use in confined spaces, such as cars or aircraft.
- They can be used to move patients from uneven surfaces, such as stairs or hills.
- They are less likely to cause further injury to patients with spinal injuries.
Scoop stretchers are typically used by emergency medical personnel, such as paramedics and firefighters. They are also used by some military and law enforcement agencies.
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