(2) TB 121- Tranzport Hood

Question 1

What are the contraindications for applying a Tranzport spit hood on a patient?

Answer 1

anyone who is:
-vomiting
-dyspneic
-hemorrhaging profusely from the mouth or nose
-presents a compromised airway.

Question 2

As always, patients placed in restraints are to be transported in the ____ position, and NEVER placed in the PRONE position.

Pt wearing the Spit Hood shall never be left unattended.

Answer 2

Left lateral decubitus

Question 3

When applying the Tranzport Spit Hood, the filtration fabric shall cover the ____ (upper / lower?) half of the face

Answer 3

Lower, BELOW the nostrils

(The Hood should never be uncomfortable or impair the individual’s vision.)

Question 4

In every instance where the Tranzport Hood is employed, ______ and a _______ should be requested to respond to the scene

Answer 4

•law enforcement personnel
•EMS Captain

(If these patients are considered as having an altered mental status, an ALS resource must be requested.)

Question 5

If it can be accomplished safely, what should be the primary devices used to control exposure from a patient that is spitting, sneezing or coughing?

Answer 5

-N95 mask
-one piece surgical mask/face shield
-O2 mask

(patients that are combative or belligerent, and are purposely attempting to expose others to their bodily fluids can use the TranZport Hood™)

Question 6

The Tranzport Hood should be considered for placement on patients who:

Answer 6

Present as combative, belligerent, or otherwise uncontrollable AND pose a risk of bodily fluids exposure to rescuers

Question 7

Once hood is on a patient, continuous use of _____ shall be performed and documented whenever possible.

Particular attention shall be paid to the patient’s airway and respiratory status.

Answer 7

-pulse oximetry

(The rationale for use of hood shall be documented. The remarks must include the time of application and that the patient was under constant supervision and being continually reassessed.)