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1.3.1 Develop a mission specific Medical Action Plan (MAP) that is updated
regularly. The MAP should include:
1.3.1.1 Review medical mission priorities as required;
1.3.1.2 Collaboration with local and international medical and health
infrastructure;
1.3.1.3 Resource limitations;
1.3.1.4 Re-supply constraints;
1.3.1.5 Deceased victim management, including DVI requirements;
1.3.1.6 Local health concerns:
1.3.1.6.1 Infectious diseases;
1.3.1.6.2 Environmental considerations;
1.3.1.6.3 Hazardous materials;
1.3.1.6.4 Local victim handover procedure;
1.3.1.6.5 Cultural considerations;
1.3.1.6.6 Emergency evacuation plan;
1.3.2 Participate in daily USAR team briefings and conduct the daily
medical briefing. Include concepts such as:
1.3.2.1 Medical status report;
1.3.2.2 Health and Safety issues as reflected in the MAP;
1.3.2.3 Camp health and hygiene;
1.3.2.4 Address rumours as they relate to the health of team;
1.3.3 Provide input to the USAR Team Leader regarding health related
matters that may have an impact on the USAR team;
1.3.4 Provide ongoing clinical care as required;
1.3.5 Evaluate medical evacuation procedure;
1.3.6 Structure team staffing to:
1.3.6.1 Ensure medical presence in the BoO at all times;
1.3.6.2 Ensure USAR medical personnel accompany their assigned rescue
groups during operations;
1.3.6.3 Ensure adequate rest periods between shifts;
1.3.7 Supervise the monitoring of USAR team members for:
1.3.7.1 Stress-related health problems and implement stress management
techniques as appropriate;
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