What is the recommended patient position during stroke transport to ensure optimal blood flow?

The recommended patient position during stroke transport to ensure optimal blood flow is with a 30-degree elevation position. This positioning helps reduce intracranial pressure and promotes venous drainage, facilitating better perfusion to the brain. Elevating the head of the patient slightly allows for improved respiratory function and easier monitoring of consciousness levels, which are critical during a stroke event. Maintaining this position also assists in preventing complications that may arise if the patient were positioned in a completely flat or upright manner, as these can impede blood flow or compromise airway integrity. Overall, the 30-degree elevation is considered best practice as it optimally balances cerebral perfusion while supporting the patient’s overall physiological needs during transport.