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Assessing Family Medicine Residents' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Confidence in Managing In-Flight Medical Emergencies
Abdulaziz S Alarifi1, Norah ALRowais1
1Family and Community Medicine, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, SAU.
Cureus
|October 9, 2023
Summary
Many family medicine residents lack training for in-flight medical emergencies (IMEs), despite frequent travel. Specialized training is crucial to improve their confidence and competence in handling these unique situations.
Area of Science:
- Aerospace Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Medical Education
Background:
- Increasing air travel leads to more in-flight medical emergencies (IMEs).
- Healthcare professionals, including family medicine (FM) residents, often face IMEs but feel unprepared.
- Unique cabin environment challenges complicate emergency response.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the knowledge, confidence, and attitudes of FM residents in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, regarding IMEs.
- To identify gaps in training and preparedness for in-flight medical emergencies among FM residents.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study conducted in January 2023.
- 189 FM residents in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, completed a self-reported questionnaire.
- Evaluated sociodemographics, travel, IME knowledge, confidence, attitudes, and training needs.
Main Results:
- Most participants (51.3%) were male, averaging 27 years old, with high rates of life support credentials (97.9%).
- Despite frequent travel, the majority lacked specific in-flight emergency training and experience.
- Common IMEs included allergic reactions (28%), cardiovascular (24%), and respiratory emergencies (24%); many residents felt unsure of competence (46%) and had medico-legal concerns (57.7%).
Conclusions:
- FM residents require enhanced preparedness for IMEs.
- There is a strong agreement (93.2%) on the need for more specialized in-flight emergency training.
- Addressing clarity on in-flight medical supplies and providing targeted training programs are essential.
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