Evacuate Casualties Reviews
Two-man Arms Carry
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&pageText=The two-man arms carry is useful in carrying a casualty for a moderate distance (50 to 300 meters) and placing him on a litter. To lessen fatigue, the bearers should carry the casualty high and as close to their chests as possible. In extreme emergencies when there is not time to obtain a spine board, this carry is the safest one for transporting a casualty with a neck or back injury. If possible, two additional bearers should be used to keep the casualty’s head and legs in alignment with his body. The procedures for the two-man arms
carry are to:& &label1=Kneel on casualty’s side& &label2=Lift casualty& &label3=Turn casualty& &poptext1=Kneel at one side of the casualty and place the bearers’ arms beneath the casualty’s back, waist, hips, and knees.& &poptext2=Lift the casualty while the bearers rise to their knees.& &poptext3=Turn the casualty toward the bearers’ chests, while the bearers rise to a standing position. Carry the casualty high to lessen fatigue.&
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