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XT Extrication Device
Figure 11 - Cervical spine supporting
Figure 12 - Neck brace applied
Use of the extrication device
5.4 Precautionary extrication
A precautionary extrication requires the presence of two trained and qualified operators, who are able to
assess the patient's conditions and are familiar with the correct positioning and use of the extrication device.
For the precautionary extrication procedure, the presence of two trained and qualified operators is recommended:
1.
Operator 1:
holds the cervical spine to make it easier for operator 2 to apply the neck brace (Figure 11).
2.
Operator 2:
applies the neck brace correctly (Figure 12).
Figure 13 - Extrication device insertion
Figure 14 - Patient repositioning
3.
Operator 1:
moves the patient forwards while holding their head and neck to create the necessary space for operator 2 to
place the extrication device behind their back (Figure 13).
4.
Operator 2:
inserts the device behind the patient and correctly centres it, making sure that the chest and groin restraints
and the lifting and carrying handles are arranged sideways and ready for use.
5.
Operator 1:
repositions the patient on the device (Figure 14).
