A confused and lethargic 22-year-old male patient with no medical history came up from a deep sea dive and is now complaining of shortness of breath and sharp pain, which he localizes to the right side of his chest. He denies nausea, vomiting, or dizziness. You have applied oxygen and are getting ready for transport. How will you transport this patient on the stretcher?

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The patient is complaining of shortness of breath and sharp pain on the right side of his chest. This is likely due to a pulmonary embolism, which is a blood clot in the lungs. Transporting the patient in the lateral recumbent position will help to prevent the clot from moving to the heart and causing a heart attack.

A Confused and Lethargic 22-Year-Old Male Patient with No Medical