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Do not apply restraints in ways that would limit the ability to evaluate the patient's medical
condition (airway, breathing, circulation). Never restrain a patient in a face down or prone
position or utilize equipment that will form a "sandwich" around the patient. Perform a thorough patient assessment and follow the Statewide Treatment Protocols applicable to the patient's condition, at the level appropriate to the level at which the EMTs are authorized and functioning for their service. EMS providers may feel that the emergency situation has been resolved now that the patient is secure and is no longer a threat to themselves or others however underlying medical or traumatic causes for their behavior may be present. Some of the unerlying issues may be easily treated in the prehospital environment. |