When transporting a patient by stretcher, which properly describes the proper way to transport?

transport the patient head first
transport the patient feet first
transport the patient sideways
transport the patient completely flat on their back


transport the patient feet first

Rationale: The patient should be transported feet first with their head slightly elevated if the patient wishes.

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