認知障礙、長期臥床長者跨境轉院:家屬應如何減少途中折騰與二次創傷?

認知障礙或長期臥床長者跨境轉院,家屬除了安排車輛,更要考慮環境變化、顛簸、壓瘡、生命體徵監測及口岸換車等風險。本文整理高齡病人由內地返港接受延續治療時的醫療移送重點。
Cross-Border Hospital Transfer for Older Adults with Dementia or Long-Term Bedridden Conditions: How Can Families Reduce Distress and Secondary Injury During the Journey?

For older adults with dementia or long-term bedridden conditions, cross-border hospital transfer involves more than arranging a vehicle. Families should also consider environmental changes, road vibration, pressure sores, vital-sign monitoring and border transfers when planning a return to Hong Kong for continued treatment.