What does 'patient preparation' involve in emergency response?

• A. Getting patients ready for transport, including stabilization and documentation.
• B. Cleaning patients with water only.
• C. Diagnosing patients with genetic tests.
• D. Scheduling post-discharge follow-up calls.

Answer: (A)

In emergency response, patient preparation means getting the patient ready for transport by stabilizing their condition and documenting what you do. This includes assessing and supporting the airway, breathing, and circulation; providing necessary interventions like oxygen, bleeding control, splinting, or immobilization; securing the patient for safe movement to prevent further injury; and recording vital signs, treatments given, medications, patient identifiers, and times of actions for a clear handoff to the receiving team. The goal is safe transfer and continuity of care from the field to the hospital.

Other activities described—such as cleaning the patient with water, performing genetic tests, or scheduling follow-up calls after discharge—aren’t part of preparing a patient for emergency transport and immediate care.