What is another word for stretchers?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈɛt͡ʃəz] (IPA) 
The term "stretchers" is a common term used in the medical field to refer to devices or apparatuses used to immobilize and transport injured persons. However, there are many synonyms for this term that can be used to describe these devices, some of which include gurneys, litters, cots, and bedsteads. Other potential synonyms may include trolleys, carts, carriers or transfer boards. Each of these terms can be more or less applicable depending on the specific application, but all ultimately refer to the same category of equipment used to safely and efficiently transport patients or injured persons from one location to another.
