Staff should be as close to the patient s body as possible. Staff s hips should be in contact with the patient s hips. The team members in the rear control the patient s legs. The patient then is held in a control position on the floor. Again, 3-4 staff members can control most patients.
Staff can return to the more secure controlposition as necessary during transport.
This method is to be used only when previous techniques fail. Statistically, most injuries occur during floor struggle. The staffs bodies act as a surface upon which the patient is gradually and safely lowered to the ground. Staff should not be in a hurry to transport the patient. If indicated, medication may be given intramuscularly at this time.