During a handoff from Basic Life Support to Advanced Life Support, who should complete patient transport?

During a handoff from Basic Life Support to Advanced Life Support, who should complete patient transport?

• A. The BLS ambulance will transport the patient.
• B. The ALS ambulance will transport the patient.
• C. A hospital transport team will transport the patient.
• D. The patient will be transported by private vehicle.

Answer: (B)

When a higher level of care (ALS) takes over on scene, the unit providing that care should be the one to transport the patient to the hospital. This ensures continuous, appropriate care during the move, since ALS can maintain airway management, administer medications, monitor rhythms and vital signs, and handle any deterioration en route. Transport by the ALS ambulance maintains safety and minimizes gaps in treatment, which is why the ALS unit is the best choice to complete transport.

When a higher level of care (ALS) takes over on scene, the unit providing that care should be the one to transport the patient to the hospital. This ensures continuous, appropriate care during the move, since ALS can maintain airway management, administer medications, monitor rhythms and vital signs, and handle any deterioration en route. Transport by the ALS ambulance maintains safety and minimizes gaps in treatment, which is why the ALS unit is the best choice to complete transport.