When there’s no doctor on board: Ex-healthcare worker steps up to put IV line in sick SIA steward at 35,000 feet
SINGAPORE, Oct 25 — A former healthcare worker came to the aid of a cabin crew member who required medical attenti...
On October 17, a former healthcare worker stepped in to help a cabin crew member on a Singapore Airlines flight from Chengdu, China, to Singapore. The incident occurred around 7pm during the flight SQ843. The woman, who was hesitant at first, was reassured after a second announcement was made for medical assistance. Upon assessing a young cabin crew member who was weak and struggling to speak, she checked his pulse, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and blood sugar.
Realizing he needed an IV drip, she managed to establish an IV line on her first attempt. She then administered anti-nausea medication and continued to monitor his condition. After 30 minutes, her efforts proved successful as his condition stabilized. She stayed with the patient until they landed in Singapore around 8:30pm, grateful for the cooperative efforts of the Singapore Airlines crew who helped her find necessary equipment.
The woman's brave actions have been widely praised, garnering over 12,000 likes on Xiaohongshu and many heartfelt comments from passengers and readers alike.
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