Overview
- Editors:
-
-
Jose V. Nable
-
Department of Emergency Medicine, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA
-
William Brady
-
Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, USA
Covers common emergencies that occur during flight for the traveling physician
Considers the pathophysiological differences of caring for a person on an airplane
Details medicolegal issues for domestic and international flights
Access this book
Other ways to access
Table of contents (17 chapters)
-
-
- Jose V. Nable, William Brady
Pages 1-8
-
-
- J. Gregory Webb, E. Kyle McNew
Pages 25-31
-
-
- François-Xavier Duchateau, Tobias Gauss, Matthew Beardmore, Laurent Verner
Pages 45-51
-
-
- Sara A. Hefton, Wan-Tsu W. Chang
Pages 65-72
-
-
-
- Sarah K. Sommerkamp, Jason M. Franasiak, Sarah B. Dubbs, Priya Kuppusamy
Pages 97-108
-
- Christina L. Tupe, Tu Carol Nguyen
Pages 109-114
-
- Christina L. Tupe, B. Barrie Bostick
Pages 115-122
-
- William Brady, Lauren B. Brady, Jose V. Nable
Pages 123-140
-
- Sara F. Sutherland, Robert E. O’Connor
Pages 141-149
-
- Christian Martin-Gill, Thomas J. Doyle
Pages 151-166
-
- Laurent Verner, Matthew Beardmore, Tobias Gauss, François-Xavier Duchateau
Pages 167-172
-
- Edward Meyers, Christin Child, Lisa Bowman, John Gilday
Pages 173-179
-
Back Matter
Pages 181-186
About this book
This book is a practical guide for health care professionals encountering medical emergencies during commercial flight. Health care providers should consider responding to emergencies during flight as there are often no other qualified individuals on board. 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. Additional chapters are dedicated to pre-flight clearance and the role non-physician healthcare providers can play. In-Flight Medical Emergencies: A Practical Guide to Preparedness and Response is an essential resource for not only physicians but all healthcare professionals who travel regularly.
Reviews
“In-Flight Medical Emergencies: A Practical Guide to Preparedness and Response is a practical guide for health care professionals encountering medical emergencies during commercial flights. It is helpful and informative … .” (Didier Payen, Anesthesia & Analgesia, Vol. 128 (28), February, 2019)
“It is written primarily for physicians, in any specialty and nurses, but it does include a chapter for other healthcare providers who travel by air. … This is a concise, comprehensive overview for in-flight medical emergencies. It covers systems-based complaints, but also addresses legal issues and other considerations including pre-flight clearance and interactions with ground-based medical services. The book is substantial, even including basic science pathophysiology related to airplane travel.” (Michael D. Zwank, Doody's Book Reviews, September, 2018)
Editors and Affiliations
-
Department of Emergency Medicine, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA
Jose V. Nable
-
Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, USA
William Brady
About the editors
Jose V. Nable, MD, is Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine and Medical Director at Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service.
William 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.
