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- This move helps keep the person’s head, neck and back stabilized.
- Grasp the person’s clothing behind the neck, gathering enough to secure a firm grip.
- Using the clothing, pull the person head-first to safety.
- During this move, the person’s head is cradled by clothing and the responder’s arms.
- This move is exhausting and may cause back strain for the responder, even when done properly.
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