Aspects of Aviation Medicine Flashcards

1
Q

what form is used to notify the CO or OIC of aircrewman no longer having a medical recommendation for flying duties

A

DD form 2992 Medical Recommendation for flying or special operations duty

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2
Q

who can issue a aeromedical grounding chit

A

all medical department personnel

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3
Q

where else besides the DD2992 should a aeromedical grounding notice be documented

A

Special Duty medical Abstract NAVMED 6150/2

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4
Q

why will aeromedical grounding chit be issued

A

personnel on sick list

hospitalization

personnel determined to have medical problems that could interfere with their duties

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5
Q

does administration of routine immunization require a aeromedical grounding chit

A

No

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6
Q

how many copies of down chits are made

A

original and 2 copies

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7
Q

where do the copies of down chits go

A

Original - Commanding officer

1st copy - operations officer

2nd copy - training officer

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8
Q

how long is a down chit good for

A

until a flight surgeon exams and issues an aeromedical clearance chit

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9
Q

the privilege of issuing a up chit maybe delegated to whom, and what must happen

A

IDC, PAs, Non aviation MOs,

consultation must be obtained via email, verbal communication, or message

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10
Q

How often aviation personnel be evaluated

A

annually

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11
Q

what is the only exception for not having to get an up chit

A

self limiting grounding notice issued by the dental officer

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12
Q

all personnel involved in flying status must conform to physical standard found where

A

NAVMED P-117 chapter 15 medical examinations

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13
Q

what instruction is Medical Monitoring flight personnel in locations where flight surgeons are not available

A

BUMEDINST 6410.9

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14
Q

what is the instruction for NATOPS general flight and operations instructions

A

OPNAVINST 3710.7T

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15
Q

how long should a facility keep a physical exam

A

3 years

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16
Q

if a member is not able to meet physical standards for how many days must a aviation physical exam shall be completed

A

60 days

17
Q

what type of specimens are required by a aircraft mishap

A

2 grey tops
2 purple tops
3 red tops
urine sample with at least 75cc

18
Q

What are the side effects OTC Aspirin

A

body temp by acting on the hypothalamus

increased heat loss

affects body acid-base
causes variations in the rate and depth of respirations

19
Q

what are the side effects of nasal decongestants

A

insomnia, fatigue, headache, diarrhea

prolonged use increase BP and P

Dizziness confusion

Dry mouth, euphoria

double vision

20
Q

what are side effects of Cough drops

A

Depression of the CNS w/ high doses

decreased reaction time

21
Q

what are side effects of throat lozenges

A

local allergic are common

decrease air

cause rapid swelling of oral pharynx and respiratory tract

22
Q

what are side effects of petroleum jelly-based products

A

becomes crusty when exposed to 100% 0xygen

cause discomfort with oxygen mask during flight

23
Q

who can prescribe prescription medications

A

Flight Surgeon

24
Q

who can approve waivers for prescription drugs

A

CNP or the Commandant of the MC

25
Q

what chapter in the Aeromedical Reference and Waiver Guide (ARWG) talks about medications

A

chapter 18

26
Q

who do you contact if more information is need IRT medications

A

naval Aerospace medical Institute (NAMI) Code 342