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Safe moving and handling of an anaesthetized patient is imperative to reduce harm to both the patient and staff. What is the minimum number of staff required to provide safe manual handling of a patient in theatre?

  • 3 (1 either side, 1 at head).

  • 5 (2 each side, 1 at head).

  • 4 (1 each side, 1 at head, 1 at feet).

  • 6 (2 each side, 1 at head, 1 at feet).