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Collecting Sleep, Circadian, Fatigue, and Performance Data in Complex Operational Environments
Published on: August 8, 2019
7000 miles and 7 days from the battlefield
1779th Medical Group, Malcolm Grow Medical Center, 1050 W Perimeter Rd, Andrews AFB, MD 20762, USA. mcneillm@aol.com
AACN Advanced Critical Care
|August 5, 2010
Summary
Critically injured combat casualties receive specialized care during their rapid journey home. Innovations in training and facilities enhance recovery for wounded warriors at the National Naval Medical Center.
Area of Science:
- Military medicine
- Traumatic injury care
- Healthcare systems
Background:
- Combat casualties face rapid evacuation and long journeys for medical care.
- The National Naval Medical Center is a key facility for wounded warrior care.
- Multidisciplinary teams provide comprehensive care to optimize recovery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the foundational evidence for select aspects of care for critically injured combat casualties.
- To highlight innovations in training and care delivery for wounded warriors.
- To outline the future development of the National Naval Medical Center.
Main Methods:
- Review of foundational evidence for specific care aspects.
- Description of innovative training programs, such as the Air Force Nurse Corps' Critical Care Fellowship.
- Introduction of new specialized units, including the Traumatic Brain Injury Unit and the National Intrepid Center for Excellence.
Main Results:
- The National Naval Medical Center provides comprehensive care for military personnel with injuries and illnesses.
- Innovations include a Critical Care Fellowship, a Traumatic Brain Injury Unit, and the National Intrepid Center for Excellence.
- Future plans involve a name change, staff expansion, and new construction.
Conclusions:
- The National Naval Medical Center is dedicated to optimizing recovery and quality of life for wounded warriors.
- Ongoing advancements in training and facilities support the evolving needs of military healthcare.
- The center is poised for future growth and enhanced capabilities in treating complex injuries.
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