AWARD YEAR
2023
CATEGORY
Body
GOALS
Good Health & Well-being
KEYWORDS
stretcher, first responder
COUNTRY
Taiwan
DESIGNED BY
Yu-Hsin Wu
WEBSITE
https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/09/24/this-inflatable-stretcher-designed-for-emergency-missions-decreases-the-chance-of-panic-induced-injuries/
Inflatable stretcher by Yu-Hsin Wu
An inflatable stretcher designed for emergency missions to decrease the risk of panic-induced injuri
How does it work?
Wu’s inflatable stretcher features a similar build to everyday flotation devices like pool floats with additional fastening cushions that keep the patient in place. This inflatable stretcher also comes with integrated tools kits and medical accessories for rescuers to use on the patient before and during the ride to the hospital.
Why is it needed?
Life-threatening rescue situations can bring on panic in anyone, even first responders. When EMT personnel, nurses, and doctors are faced with life or death, the panic that comes with it can exacerbate preexisting injuries or worse yet, result in new injuries.
How does it improve life?
Lessening the effects of panic-induced injuries caused by medical personnel and/or the patient.