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(E) pulse oximeter;
(F) external cardiac pacing device; and
(G) IV infusion pump capable of strict mechanical control
of an IV infusion drip rate. Passive devices such as dial-a-flow are
not acceptable;
(9) bandages and dressings as follows:
(A) sterile dressings such as 4x4s, abdominal pads;
(B) bandages such as Kerlix, Kling; and
(C) tape in various sizes;
(10) container(s) and methods to collect, contain,
and dispose of body fluids such as emesis, oral secretions, and blood
consistent with OSHA bloodborne pathogen requirements;
(11) infection control equipment. The licensee shall
have a sufficient quantity of the following supplies for all air medical
personnel, and each flight crew member, and all ground personnel with
incidental exposure risks according to OSHA requirements which includes
but is not limited to:
(A) protective gloves;
(B) protective gowns;
(C) protective eyewear;
(D) protective face masks, National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved N95 or greater;
(E) an approved bio-hazardous waste plastic bag or
impervious container to receive and dispose of used supplies; and
(F) handwashing capabilities or antiviral towelettes;
(12) an adequate trash disposal system exclusive of
bio-hazardous waste control provisions;
(13) security of medications, fluids, and controlled
substances shall be maintained by each air ambulance licensee in compliance
with local, state, and federal drug laws;
(14) 12-lead cardiac monitor defibrillator - DC battery
powered portable monitor/defibrillator with paper printout, accessories
and supplies, with sufficient power supply to meet demands of the
mission;
(15) quantity and type of drugs and specialized equipment
as specified on the medical director's list;
(16) permanently installed climate control equipment
to provide an environment appropriate for the medical needs of patients;
and
(17) survival kit which shall include, but not be limited
to, the following items which are appropriate to the terrain and environments
the provider operates over:
(A) instruction manual;
(B) water;
(C) shelter-space blanket;
(D) knife;
(E) signaling devices;
(F) compass; and
(G) fire starting items.
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