SkillsUSA First Aid & CPR Practice Test

Which drag should be used when moving a person who is too large to move by other methods?

Blanket Drag Seated Drag Shoulder Drag Ankle Drag

Correct Answer:

Ankle Drag

Explanation:

When a person is too large to move by lifting and carrying, the technique you choose should minimize how much weight you have to lift and use your legs for leverage. The ankle drag does exactly that: you grab at the ankles and pull the person along the floor, allowing you to move a heavy individual without straining your back or arms. This method keeps the body low to the ground and uses your leg muscles to generate the pull, which is safer and more efficient for moving someone who can't be moved by other methods. It’s particularly useful for a quick relocation to safety when space or help is limited, and you don’t need to lift the torso or shoulders.

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