Kayla Johnson

Had a medical emergency on a flight. Lessons learned from an OB anesthesiologist: 1. It’s helpful to carry your medical license / proof of being a physician. 2. You only get TWO (2) 22 gauge intravenous catheters! Not sure if this is standard. Pick your veins wisely. 3. You get a BP cuff, pulse oximeter and emergency meds 4. We only had 1 bag of IV fluids (500 cc normal saline)- slow / titrate your drip to effect - you will need to find a creative way to hang the fluids. We used a zip tie. 5. You are connected to a physician who helps triage emergencies on the ground to give sign out etc. You will need to make a decision to land at nearest airport or continue to destination. Thank you to the @AmericanAir flight attendants, captains and crew for the incredible support! 👊 – at Los Angeles, CA