Citation

Mark JA. Air Med. J. 1994; 13(2): 66-68.

Affiliation

Air Ambulance, Hayward, CA 94541.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1994, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10131607

Abstract

The commercial airliner cabin is a specialized environment, usually pressurized to an equivalent of 2,438-meter pressure altitude. Such an altitude can adversely affect people prone to hypoxia. Preflight attention to this and other problems by an advisory nurse (AN) can minimize or prevent in-flight emergencies. The AN can also facilitate travel for passengers with medical needs by being familiar with airline policies and federal regulations. By educating the patient/passenger, health care providers and airline personnel, the safety, comfort and dignity of all concerned can be maximized.

Language: en