GTN spray Administration

Question 1

Explain when you would use GTN spray

Answer 1

Pax suffering from angina attack

Question 2

Under what circumstances are you authorised to administer this

Answer 2

1. There is no medical practitioner to give instruction
2. Pax who does not have there medication
3. It’s there usual medication used and over 18yrs of age

Question 3

Explain where the GTN spray is located

Answer 3

In the yellow pouch of the physicians kit

Question 4

Explain and describe the use of the GTN spray

Answer 4

1. Prime- of first time using the bottle - 2 pumps to form a good mist
2. Poison touching the mouth and spray 1 puff under tongue
3. Close mouth immediately and spray after 5mins if required

Question 5

Once administered what actions need to occur

Answer 5

1. Update flight care
2. Record time of administration on medical report
3. Monitor closely

Question 6

Explain disposal of used equipment and follow up actions

Answer 6

1. Place GTN spray back into original packaging
2. Put back into physicians kit
3. Note this on the item used tag