Mechanical CPR in transport — DipIMC MCQ
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Correct answer: E — Consider mechanical CPR during transfer if trained and equipment is available
Consider mechanical CPR during transfer if trained and equipment is available is the best answer because mechanical CPR may be useful where high-quality manual CPR is impractical during transport to definitive care. Delay transport for full wound cleaning is less appropriate because wound toilet should not delay urgent haemorrhage or surgical care; Remain on scene until observations normalise is less appropriate because normalising observations at scene can delay definitive treatment. Transport to the nearest minor injury unit and Allow self-evacuation in a private vehicle are also suboptimal because they move attention away from the key pre-hospital priority.. The key DipIMC principle is to treat immediate reversible threats, communicate clearly and move the patient toward the right definitive care.
Reference: Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines; JRCALC Guidelines