| Front | What is a diamond carry? |
|---|---|
| Back | This is a carrying technique in which one EMT is located at the head end of the stretcher or backboard, one at the foot end, and one at each side of the patient; each of the EMTs at the sides use one hand to support the stretcher / backboard so that all are able to face forward as they walk. |
Tags: lifting, moving
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