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CIVIERE CUILLERE [1 record]

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Record 1 2002-09-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Medical Instruments and Devices
DEF

A stretcher that splits into two halves, ... [which] is slipped under a patient and snapped together in order to scoop them up.

CONT

An industry standard, the Ferno scoop stretcher lets EMTs [emergency medical technicians] place a stretcher beneath a patient without lifting or logrolling. Concave surface cradles patient, provides support, and minimizes lateral movement. Lightweight aluminum, folds in half for storage; separates for application and removal. Easy to use scoop with a basket stretcher.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Instruments et appareillages médicaux
DEF

Sorte de civière en forme de cuillère, utilisée pour le transport des patients.

CONT

L'utilisation de la civière cuillère (scoop) facilitera la manipulation et le déplacement du patient.

Spanish

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