Question for Flight RN's & EMT-P's

by tsgarman
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  1. Maybe this time I will post it in the right spot. I have already posted this in the flight nursing thread and accidently posted it in the Polls thread. Maybe third time is a charm! Any way here is the original post.

    I have been flying twice in a ride a long program. The first day I was fine and didn't get sick. The second day I did fine on the way to the scene but coming back to the hospital from a 20 minute flight at about 5 minutes before landing I suddenly got sick and threw up. The flight crew said it is normal and even happens to them occasionally. The ride back was pretty bumpy and it was a very hot day heat index over 100. Is there anything I can do to try to prevent this? I did take some dramamine but it didn't work. Any suggestions? I am already hooked on doing this. It has been so much fun and rewarding, I would hate to not be able to do it . I will get to go up again when it is cooler the flight manager suggested it would probably be better for me then. Let me know your ideas.

    Tami
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  3. by nimbex
    Sep 3, '02
    I am so jealous of you! always wanted to flight nsg. BUT...

    The only way I get into a plain is with Xanax, a drink at the airport bar prior to boarding... a drink on the plane and a drink when I land...

    Usually end up forgetting I have luggage



    Is it possible this was due to the heat and not at all the flying?

    wish you well, through my green eyes
  4. by tsgarman
    Sep 3, '02
    That's what I am hoping it is related to. I guess I will find out when it gets cooler.
  5. by calliemimosa
    Sep 3, '02
    Hello Flight Nurses! I envy you!
    My son has started his EMT class a couple of weeks ago. He is planning to become a paramedic but thought being an EMT would allow him to make some $$ and get experience while finishing college.
    Please send some good links for EMT's and Paramedics. My e-mail is calliemimosa@aol.com
    I will forward them to him! Thanks in advance

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