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Dealing with violent patients in flight.

M G Kennedy

Journal of Emergency Nursing

|October 1, 1991

Summary

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Preventing dangers during aeromedical transport of violent patients requires thorough preparation. Comprehensive evaluation, treatment of behavioral causes, and anticipating changes ensure safe patient transfers.

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Area of Science:

Emergency Medicine
Aeromedical Transport
Patient Safety

Background:

Aeromedical transport of violent patients presents unique safety challenges.
Effective risk mitigation strategies are crucial for personnel and patient well-being.

Observation:

Violent patient behavior during transport can escalate unpredictably.
Inadequate preparation increases the risk of adverse events.

Findings:

Comprehensive patient evaluation is essential to identify underlying causes of violent behavior.
Proactive identification and treatment of these causes can de-escalate potential conflicts.
Anticipating behavioral changes allows for tailored safety protocols.

Implications:

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Implementing a systematic approach to patient assessment and preparation enhances safety during aeromedical evacuations.
This strategy minimizes risks associated with transporting violent individuals via air ambulance.
Standardizing these preventive measures can improve outcomes in critical care air transport.