(4) Slide the top portion of the MAST under the casualty's buttocks and
waist (figure 7-3). Position the top of the abdominal section just below the casualty's
lowest rib.
f. Wrap the Casualty's Leg. Either of the casualty's legs may be wrapped
first, but the left leg is usually wrapped first.
(1) Bring the left top part of the MAST across the casualty's abdomen and
bring the outer part of the left trouser leg over the casualty's left leg (figure 7-4).
(2)
Smooth the MAST leg around the casualty's left leg.
(3)
Align the Velcro strips.
(4) Bring the inside part of the left trouser leg over the outer part of the
trouser leg (the part lying on top of the casualty's leg).
(5) Press the Velcro strips of the left trouser leg firmly together to secure
the seam of the trouser leg (figure 7-5).
Figure 7-3. Positioning the MAST underneath the casualty.
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