In-Flight Medical Emergencies: A Practical Guide to Preparedness and Response
Editat de Jose V. Nable, William J. Bradyen Limba Engleză Paperback – 4 iul 2023
A second edition to its successful predecessor, this text covers the most common emergencies encountered during flight, both general medical emergencies and those specifically tied to the effects of flying, including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological issues. Medicolegal issues are considered in depth for both United States domestic and international flights, as there is potential legal risk involved in giving medical assistance on a flight.
This new edition includes expanded and updated original chapters revised based on available new research material. Additional chapters examine how to handle disruptive passengers experiencing acute behavioral issues during flight, emerging infectious diseases. This issue is particularly relevant due to COVID-19, specifically concerning the anxiety and readjustment challenges of resuming everydaytravel. This edition includes a new chapter recounting the history of the handling of in-flight medical events.
In-Flight Medical Emergencies, 2nd ed functions as an essential resource for physicians and all healthcare professionals who travel regularly.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9783031324659
ISBN-10: 303132465X
Pagini: 222
Ilustrații: VIII, 222 p. 12 illus., 7 illus. in color.
Dimensiuni: 155 x 235 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Ediția:2nd ed. 2023
Editura: Springer International Publishing
Colecția Springer
Locul publicării:Cham, Switzerland
ISBN-10: 303132465X
Pagini: 222
Ilustrații: VIII, 222 p. 12 illus., 7 illus. in color.
Dimensiuni: 155 x 235 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Ediția:2nd ed. 2023
Editura: Springer International Publishing
Colecția Springer
Locul publicării:Cham, Switzerland
Cuprins
Setting the Scene.- Commercial Air Transport: The History of Inflight Medical Emergencies.- Pathophysiology of Flight.- Medicolegal Issues Arising from Inflight - Medical Emergencies in Commercial Travel.- International Flight Considerations.- In-Flight Evaluation and Management of Cardiac Illness.- Respiratory Emergencies.- Neurological Illness.- Psychiatric Emergencies.- The Disruptive Passenger In-Flight.- Pediatric Considerations.- Obstetrics and Gynecology Considerations.- Infectious Disease.- Emerging Infectious Diseases.- Other Presentations.- Preflight Medical Clearance: Non-urgent Travel via Commercial Aircraft.- Pre-flight Therapies to Minimize Medical Risk Associated with Commercial Air Travel.- Ground Based Medical Support.- Use of Commercial Aircraft for Emergency Patient Transport.- Pediatric Considerations.
Notă biografică
Jose V. Nable, MD
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Department of Emergency Medicine
Washington, DC 20007
William J. Brady, MD
Department of Emergency Medicine
University of Virginia Health System
Charlottesville, VA 22908Jose V. Nable, MD, is Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine and Medical Director at Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service and an emergency physician with MedStar Health.
William J. Brady, MD, is Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and Operational Medical Director of Albemarle County Fire Rescue. He has worked extensively in travel medicine and related inflight medical events.
William J. Brady, MD, is Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and Operational Medical Director of Albemarle County Fire Rescue. He has worked extensively in travel medicine and related inflight medical events.
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This book functions as a practical guide for health care professionals encountering medical emergencies during a commercial flight.
A second edition to its successful predecessor, this text covers the most common emergencies encountered during flight, both general medical emergencies and those specifically tied to the effects of flying, including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological issues. Medicolegal issues are considered in depth for both United States domestic and international flights, as there is potential legal risk involved in giving medical assistance on a flight.
This new edition includes expanded and updated original chapters revised based on available new research material. Additional chapters examine how to handle disruptive passengers experiencing acute behavioral issues during flight, emerging infectious diseases. This issue is particularly relevant due to COVID-19, specifically concerning the anxiety and readjustment challenges ofresuming everyday travel. This edition includes a new chapter recounting the history of the handling of in-flight medical events.
In-Flight Medical Emergencies, 2nd ed functions as an essential resource for physicians and all healthcare professionals who travel regularly.
A second edition to its successful predecessor, this text covers the most common emergencies encountered during flight, both general medical emergencies and those specifically tied to the effects of flying, including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological issues. Medicolegal issues are considered in depth for both United States domestic and international flights, as there is potential legal risk involved in giving medical assistance on a flight.
This new edition includes expanded and updated original chapters revised based on available new research material. Additional chapters examine how to handle disruptive passengers experiencing acute behavioral issues during flight, emerging infectious diseases. This issue is particularly relevant due to COVID-19, specifically concerning the anxiety and readjustment challenges ofresuming everyday travel. This edition includes a new chapter recounting the history of the handling of in-flight medical events.
In-Flight Medical Emergencies, 2nd ed functions as an essential resource for physicians and all healthcare professionals who travel regularly.
Caracteristici
Provides practical guidance for traveling healthcare professionals on how to respond to in-flight medical events Explains the medico-legal implications of being an in-flight medical responder Features guidance for healthcare providers performing pre-flight medical clearance for their patients