Aspects of Aviation Medicine Flashcards
what form is used to notify the CO or OIC of aircrewman no longer having a medical recommendation for flying duties
DD form 2992 Medical Recommendation for flying or special operations duty
who can issue a aeromedical grounding chit
all medical department personnel
where else besides the DD2992 should a aeromedical grounding notice be documented
Special Duty medical Abstract NAVMED 6150/2
why will aeromedical grounding chit be issued
personnel on sick list
hospitalization
personnel determined to have medical problems that could interfere with their duties
does administration of routine immunization require a aeromedical grounding chit
No
how many copies of down chits are made
original and 2 copies
where do the copies of down chits go
Original - Commanding officer
1st copy - operations officer
2nd copy - training officer
how long is a down chit good for
until a flight surgeon exams and issues an aeromedical clearance chit
the privilege of issuing a up chit maybe delegated to whom, and what must happen
IDC, PAs, Non aviation MOs,
consultation must be obtained via email, verbal communication, or message
How often aviation personnel be evaluated
annually
what is the only exception for not having to get an up chit
self limiting grounding notice issued by the dental officer
all personnel involved in flying status must conform to physical standard found where
NAVMED P-117 chapter 15 medical examinations
what instruction is Medical Monitoring flight personnel in locations where flight surgeons are not available
BUMEDINST 6410.9
what is the instruction for NATOPS general flight and operations instructions
OPNAVINST 3710.7T
how long should a facility keep a physical exam
3 years
if a member is not able to meet physical standards for how many days must a aviation physical exam shall be completed
60 days
what type of specimens are required by a aircraft mishap
2 grey tops
2 purple tops
3 red tops
urine sample with at least 75cc
What are the side effects OTC Aspirin
body temp by acting on the hypothalamus
increased heat loss
affects body acid-base
causes variations in the rate and depth of respirations
what are the side effects of nasal decongestants
insomnia, fatigue, headache, diarrhea
prolonged use increase BP and P
Dizziness confusion
Dry mouth, euphoria
double vision
what are side effects of Cough drops
Depression of the CNS w/ high doses
decreased reaction time
what are side effects of throat lozenges
local allergic are common
decrease air
cause rapid swelling of oral pharynx and respiratory tract
what are side effects of petroleum jelly-based products
becomes crusty when exposed to 100% 0xygen
cause discomfort with oxygen mask during flight
who can prescribe prescription medications
Flight Surgeon
who can approve waivers for prescription drugs
CNP or the Commandant of the MC
