Patient Satisfaction, Transfer & Stabilization, Transitions Of Care

Question 1

allows rapid point to point transfer, but cabin not pressurized and small (are expands, vibration)

• decompress stomach to decrease risk of aspiration
• air splints will expand and are NOT appropriate, use regular splint
• may place chest tube for smaller pneumothorax

Answer 1

rotor wing (helicopter)

Question 2

pressurized and can fly in inclement weather

Answer 2

fixed wing (airplane)

Question 3

use standardized tool like (SBAR); communicate chief complaint, results of testing care provided and response to care, dx, care remaining to be completed, bedside reporting as appropriate

Answer 3

handoffs