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MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL AIR RESERVE STATION, Minn. --
The 934th Critical Care Air Transport Team is continuing to improve on the sustainment training of teams in the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve with the use of high fidelity simulation. In collaboration with the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Hospital, the 934th CCATT pushes the envelope of continuing medical education, so when called upon, our teams can provide the best possible care for our wounded Warriors.
During September's UTA period members of the Critical Care Air Transport Team trained on providing trauma care to critically injured patients on the ground and in the air. CCATT teams consist of Medical Doctors, Nurses, and Respiratory Therapists. Members were invited to the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Hospital to train in real world settings and utilize training equipment offered there.
The VA hospital welcomes medical teams from across the military to train and share knowledge whenever possible. After conducting scenarios inside of the intensive care unit the team prepared a simulated patient to load and transport into a C-130 aircraft. Loud noise and confined space require teammates to have a strong understanding of all team roles to complete the mission. While in flight CCATT teams utilize radio headsets to remain in constant communication allowing for proper assessment and treatment of patients.
"I could not be more proud of the tremendous efforts our unit has put forth to further the medical training of our CCATT teams. This training will without a doubt better prepare CCATT for real world missions," said Maj. Jeff Pepin, 934 AW CCATT operations coordinator.
The 934th CCATT team will be continuing to advance their training and preparedness with more scenarios, real world surroundings, and the knowledge they bring from professional civilian careers in the months to come.
| Date Taken: | 11.22.2016 |
| Date Posted: | 11.22.2016 15:47 |
| Story ID: | 215631 |
| Location: | MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, US |
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