MAO Manual

Overview 1 - Preparing the Transport

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Introduce yourself to the patient. Do not use informal terms like “Honey” or “Sweetie”.

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Insure patient is ready for any weather considerations (jacket, hat, gloves, etc).

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Insure patient is ready for the length of stay at destination (he may have packed a lunch, etc).

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Bring any requested items for trip, such as referrals, paperwork, x-rays, etc.

Secure location per patient’s request (Lock door, close window, etc)