Fixed Wing Transport
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 3.8Course Description: This module provides an extensive review of flight nursing, specifically using fixed wing aircraft. It reviews the roles and responsibilities of a flight nurse, basic flight physiology, contraindications to flight, transfer choreography, and much more.Course Objectives:Discuss the job description of a transport nurseIdentify the key components to anticipation for the proper preparation for the patient prior to transportDistinguish the differences between flight and ground transportReview the medications typically supplied in drug kits for transportBriefly discuss the equipment involved in transport nursingExplain the fundamental principles of flight physiology & stressors of flightDiscuss the contraindications for flight and review specific exclusion criteria for patientsDiscuss the importance of performing a physical assessment before leaving the facility or scene, during the transport, and prior to the transfer of the patient to the new facilityDiscuss documentation tips and techniques to consider for transportDescribe the choreography of a typical patient transfer and the importance of communicating with the MTCC (medical transport communication center)This continuing nursing education activity is co-sponsored by HealthcareSource and Bluedrop Performance Learning. Bluedrop Performance Learning is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # 16512, for 3.8 Contact Hours.Criterion for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test.The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, the State of California, the California Board of Registered Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Approved: October 2016 Course Expires: October 31 2018
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