This design concept of a helicopter interior for emergency medical service and interhospital
transport focuses on easier and more secure on- and offloading of patients and intuitive
use of the monitoring unit, as well as improved access to monitoring and medical technical
devices. Comprehensive analysis of work processes and workflow was achieved by video
documentation with up to 4 cameras during missions, structured interviews of the crew
after completed missions, and analysis of video documentation with captured stills.
The result is a solution that works like a drawer. The medical devices are mounted
on a guide rail and can be moved out of the helicopter a fixed distance to the transport
stretcher. To make monitoring more intuitive, wall-mounted monitors are in close proximity
to the corresponding technical medical device and high above the patient. The monitoring
is in wireless connection with the patient and the detachable monitoring and documentation
unit. This design concept unites improved patient and team safety and convenience.
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