Please see below questions you should ask your passenger to assess if medical clearance required.
stroke – cerebrovascular accident (CVA)
questions:
How long ago did you have your stroke?
Less than 4 weeks – medical clearance required
More than 4 weeks – proceed to next question
Have you had a complete recovery?
No – certificate of fitness to fly is required plus oxygen
Yes – proceed to next question
Do you have any weakness left?
No – proceed to the next question
Yes – certificate of fitness to fly is required plus oxygen
Do you have any speech problems?
No – proceed to next question
Yes – certificate of fitness to fly is required and proceed to next question
Will you be accompanied by someone who can look after you?
No – certificate of fitness to fly is required…....also you must ensure that the flight supervisor is notified
Contact the reservation helpdesk who will contact our crewing department.
Yes – accept for travel
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
There are some medical conditions that make people more prone to DVT and the following are examples:
| those at minor risk | those at moderate risk | those at substantial risk |
|---|---|---|
| aged over 40 | recent heart deasies | previous or current DVT |
| very tall, very short or obese | pregnant or one any hormone medication, particularly the contraceptive pill and HRT | known clotting tendency |
| previous or current leg swelling from any cause | recent major leg injury or leg surgery (less than 6 weeks | recent major surgery or stroke (within 6 weeks) |
| recent minor leg injury or minor body surgery | family history of DVT | current malignant disease or chemotherapy |
| minor varicose veins | extensive varicose veins | paralysed lower limb |
| polycythaemia | depletion of body fluids causing increased blood thickening |
advice and actions
below is some advise and precautions to help prevent DVT
If the passenger is at all concerned then they should seek medical advice.
| those at minor risk | those at moderate risk | those at substantial risk |
|---|---|---|
| A | B | C |
| drink plenty of water before, during and after flight | recommendation A plus | recommendation A+B plus |
| keep mobilised – walk around the cabin whenever you can | consult with GP prior to flight | low molecular weight, heparin or warfarin |
| wear support tights or flight socks | wear graduated compression stockings or flight socks |