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Travel for the technology-dependent individual.

J K Stoller1

  • 1Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH 44195.

Respiratory Care
|April 1, 1994
PubMed
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Recreational travel is feasible for technology-dependent individuals using various transport methods. Thorough planning and communication with healthcare providers and suppliers are crucial for successful and safe journeys.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Travel
  • Assistive Technology
  • Patient Mobility

Background:

  • Recreational travel is increasingly common for individuals requiring medical technology.
  • Technology-dependent travelers may utilize ground, water, or air transportation.
  • Essential support includes oxygen and mechanical ventilators.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the considerations for technology-dependent individuals undertaking recreational travel.
  • To emphasize the importance of preparation and communication for safe travel.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current practices and resources for medical travel.
  • Identification of key stakeholders: patients, physicians, carriers, and vendors.
  • Analysis of information dissemination channels in trade and scholarly literature.

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Main Results:

  • Successful travel necessitates comprehensive advance planning.
  • Fact-finding and communication are vital components of preparation.
  • Resource documents are increasingly available to aid travelers.

Conclusions:

  • Technology-dependent individuals can travel recreationally with proper planning.
  • Collaboration between patients, healthcare providers, and equipment/oxygen vendors is essential.
  • Leveraging available resource documents can facilitate successful travel.