ORBIS Study Guide Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is unique about each scene call in aircraft security?

Each scene call is unique to itself, such as wilderness, rural, or community.

What aspect does the Program Medical Director oversee in Classic Air Medical?

All medical aspects and medical operations involving altitude effects.

What should be assured when leaving an aircraft for an extended period?

All windows and doors should be closed, compartments locked, and all flight controls locked.

What is the pilot's responsibility regarding aircraft security if a secure airfield is unavailable?

The pilot must assure that all windows and doors are closed and compartments are locked. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of employees regarding Airport Watch?

All employees are required to watch the A.O.P.A. airport watch video as part of their initial education. Signup and view all the answers

What should a crew do if aircraft tampering is evident?

Avoid any contact with the aircraft until police have been notified and an investigation has occurred. Signup and view all the answers

Who keeps the keys to the drug locker?

The Medic and Nurse. Signup and view all the answers

When should drug counts be completed?

At shift change, whenever used, and when new inventory is received. Signup and view all the answers

How is drug waste recorded?

On the paper sheet, signed by Nurse and Medic, and in the electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR). Signup and view all the answers

What procedures should be followed if a controlled substance is lost or damaged?

Notify the Base Manager, document what happened and why, contact the AOC, and get tested. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying diseases affected by altitude?

To identify a subset of patients who are susceptible to the effects of altitude and/or hypoxia requiring separate management. Signup and view all the answers

What individual variables are important to consider regarding diseases affected by altitude?

Onset and severity of the illness, individual factors, ascent rate, exposure time, and altitude. Signup and view all the answers

How can worsening of a patient's condition be prevented during flight?

By understanding the disease process with respect to the physiologic stressors of flight. Signup and view all the answers

What does ORBIS stand for?

Classic's Orientation Review Board for INDEPENDENT Status Signup and view all the answers

What is Classic Air Medical's mission statement?

Classic Air Medical considers our customers, communities and employees family. We provide safe, efficient, reliable and expert quality aviation services, critical care transport, and community health education to the communities and customers we serve. Signup and view all the answers

What does Classic Air Medical value about family?

The organization was founded and managed by family for 28 years. Signup and view all the answers

What community involvement does Classic Air Medical engage in?

Health fairs, safety conferences, and low-cost search and rescue. Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Classic Air Medical's safety practices?

Safety awareness and vigilance are infused into every aspect of operations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of Classic Air Medical's vision?

To develop a comprehensive training and accountability culture that ensures quality and safety. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS)?

HEMS is a flight or sequence of flights with a patient or medical personnel on board for medical transportation. Signup and view all the answers

What must medical personnel include during HEMS operations?

Flight physicians, flight nurses, or flight paramedics. Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for patient briefings on flights?

Patients must be briefed for every flight. Signup and view all the answers

What are the required training hours for Night Vision Goggle (NVG) ground training?

5 hours of NVG ground training. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nominal operation range for a Bell 407 Helicopter?

372 miles (324 nmi, 598 km). Signup and view all the answers

What is required for medical crew members to occupy the front crew seat regarding NVG?

They must log three H.N.V.G.O.s within 180 days. Signup and view all the answers

How should the helicopter approach a HAZMAT scene?

Uphill & upwind. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done with a HAZMAT patient before they are placed in the aircraft?

They must be decontaminated by the ground HazMat team. Signup and view all the answers

What is aircraft security at the home base?

The combinations to gate & hangar doors are not to be shared with anyone other than CAM employees. Signup and view all the answers

What is the security protocol during daytime hours?

It is not necessary to keep hangar doors consistently closed when mechanics are present. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'all secure eyes out' mean?

Door closed, passenger buckled, secure, or stop all non-flight chatter, everyone scanning their sector. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

ORBIS Study Guide Overview

ORBIS Study Guide is designed for Classic Air Medical's Independent Status training.

Mission Statement

Classic Air Medical views customers, communities, and employees as family.
Provides safe, efficient, and reliable aviation services, critical care transport, and community health education.

Organizational Values

Family: Founded 28 years ago, emphasizing familial treatment for patients, passengers, and employees.
Community: Engages in health fairs, safety conferences, and low-cost rescue services.
Safety: Infuses safety awareness in all operations, encouraging voluntary reporting of incidents.
Expert Aviation Services: Ensures industry-leading training and strict hiring practices for pilots and maintenance staff.
Expert Critical Care Transport: Ongoing evaluation and training focus to maintain high standards in critical care.
Creative Flexibility: Seeks customizable solutions to meet the needs of customers and communities.
Efficiency: Continuously assesses operations for waste reduction and improvement.
Reliability: Maintains equipment for optimal service and staffing for 24/7 coverage.

Vision

Develops a culture of training and accountability to ensure quality and safety.
Focus on growth, treating communities, customers, and employees like family.

Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS)

Defined as flights transporting patients or medical personnel for medical purposes.

Flight Operations

Hot Load Process: Patient is loaded onto the helicopter from a designated position while engines are running; safety protocols necessitate ground crew instruction.
Preflight Checks: Includes ensuring all aircraft components are secure and identifying any issues before departure.

Night Vision Goggle Operations (H.N.V.G.O.)

Training includes 5 hours of ground training along with practical demonstration and logging of operations to maintain currency.

Safety Management System (SMS)

SMS is implemented to enhance safety communication, continuous improvement in aircraft operations, and monitoring fatigue risks among crew.

Weather Status Policies

Green: Flights can proceed without weather checks.
Yellow: Weather may hinder mission completion; a weather check is required before accepting calls.
Red: Local conditions are below regulatory minimums; caution is urged.

Hazardous Material Protocol

Guidelines provided to protect crew and patients when dealing with potential hazardous material exposure.
Aircraft must be decontaminated post-transport of hazardous materials.

Aircraft and Crew Security

Personnel must ensure strict access control to aircraft and facilities, reporting any security policy breaches.
Tampering with an aircraft must be reported, and the aircraft left untouched until an investigation is cleared.

Controlled Substances Management

Narcotics and controlled medications are secured with dual key access, distributed between the medic and nurse.
Regular counts of medications are mandated at shift changes, upon usage, or when new inventory is received.### Controlled Substance Reporting
Immediate notification to the Base Manager is required if a controlled substance is lost or damaged.
Document the incident detailing what occurred and the reasons behind it.
Contact the Aircraft Operations Center (AOC) for further instructions.
Undergo testing following the incident as part of the reporting procedure.

Diseases Affected by Altitude

Some patients are particularly susceptible to altitude and hypoxia.
Identifying these patients is essential for separate management strategies.

Important individual variables to assess include:
- Onset and severity of the illness.
- Unique individual factors influencing health.
- Ascent rate during altitude changes.
- Exposure duration to high altitudes.
- Overall altitude reached during exposure.

Patient Condition Management

Prevent the worsening of a patient's condition by understanding the disease process.
Consider the physiological stressors associated with flight when managing patients' health at altitude.

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Explore the ORBIS Study Guide flashcards designed for Classic Air Medical's Orientation Review Board. This collection includes key terms and mission statements, perfect for those seeking independent status in aviation services and critical care transport. Improve your knowledge and prepare for upcoming assessments with these informative flashcards.