Patient Transport: Principles and Practice, 6th Edition – PDF eBook

Patient Transport Principles and Practice 6E

Get ready to achieve certification as a flight and ground transport nurse with ASTNA’s “Patient Transport: Principles & Practice, 6th Edition.” This indispensable resource tackles the scenarios and injuries frequently encountered in transport nursing, offering a unique study tool designed to prepare you for certification exams such as the CFRN®, CTRN®, FP-C®, and CCP-C®. The text comprehensively covers the roles of air and ground transport personnel, alongside essential topics like transport physiology, effective communication, teamwork, safety protocols, airway management, shock treatment, and types of trauma. Notably, this new edition includes a dedicated chapter on Aviation for Medical Personnel. Crafted by the Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association, this guide equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary not only to excel in your exam but also to ensure the safe transport of patients.

This comprehensive resource on expert care delivery in transport is tailored to meet the needs of all healthcare professionals, including registered nurses, paramedics, physicians, respiratory therapists, pilots, mechanics, and communication specialists. Real-life scenarios illustrate how to effectively apply theoretical concepts to practical situations encountered in the field.

The information provided aligns with the latest safety regulations from the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board. It offers extensive insights into injuries typically faced in both flight and ground nursing, covering essential aspects such as pathophysiology, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Management topics are thoroughly explored, including scene management, communication strategies, safety protocols, disaster management and triage, quality management, and marketing/public relations. Emphasizing interprofessional collaboration, this resource highlights the critical role of teamwork in achieving optimal patient outcomes.

Additionally, the Evolve website features 350 questions and answers specifically designed to support preparation for the CRFN®/CTRN® exams, enhancing your readiness for this challenging field.

NEW! New Aviation for Medical Personnel chapter is written from the perspective of a veteran transport pilot, and provides valuable information on the idiosyncrasies, tips, and tricks about transport aircraft transport.
NEW! Updated and new content on diversity and inclusion covers this timely issue — both among colleagues and patients.
NEW! Additional information on technology used in transport nursing/critical care includes topics such as point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
NEW! Content on COVID-19 as it relates to trauma transport is included.
NEW! More philosophical, psychological, and wellness-associated content is added.

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NOTE: This only includes Patient Transport: Principles and Practice, Sixth Edition, in original PDF and will also be emailed within 24 hours of payment. No access codes or other media included.