Training Launched for Healthcare Workers on Safe Management of Critically Ill Patients During Helicopter Evacuations
Summary
Nepal Mediciti Hospital and Scotland's EMRS have launched a training program for healthcare workers on safely managing critically ill patients during helicopter evacuations.
Key Points
- Nepal Mediciti Hospital and Scotland's EMRS initiated a training program on advanced retrieval medicine for helicopter rescues.
- The program focuses on safe management, transfer, and treatment of critically ill patients during helicopter transport.
- Seven hospitals in Nepal are equipped with helicopter landing pads ('Heliroufs') for emergency evacuations.
- International expert trainers from Scotland, Switzerland, India, and Japan are facilitating the training to elevate Nepal's emergency health services.
