In an emergent move scenario, which condition warrants performing the move?

• A. You have time to reassess
• B. The patient is stable and there is no danger
• C. Before contacting medical control
• D. The patient and fellow rescuers are in immediate danger

Answer: (D)

An emergent move is done when staying put would put someone at immediate risk. The moment there’s real danger to either the patient or the rescuers—like a fire, hazardous environment, building collapse, or other life-threatening conditions—you move the patient to a safer location so you can begin or continue care. If there isn’t immediate danger, you don’t rush a move; you assess, monitor, and wait for safer conditions or additional help. This is why the correct reasoning is that you perform an emergent move only when the patient and fellow rescuers are in immediate danger.