Patient | Familiarisation with current condition, investigation results, current treatment and further management plan |
Transfer staff | Suitably trained staff, appropriate clothing, adequate handover from referring team, return plans arranged and insurance |
Equipment | Suitable equipment and drugs, spare batteries and sufficient oxygen |
Organisation | Patient notes and investigation results, transfer documentation, coordination of transfer vehicle and personnel, relatives informed and compliance with relevant regulations |
Destination | Receiving doctor name, receiving unit address and telephone number, and directions to receiving unit |
Pre-departure | Receiving unit informed of estimated time of arrival, patient packaged and secured, equipment secured or stowed, electrical and oxygen supplies attached to vehicle outlets if appropriate, transfer staff seated and secured if appropriate |