What should you do if a medical emergency begins during turbulence?

• A. Defer to passengers to assist with no guidance.
• B. Call for medical professionals on board, follow medical emergency protocol, ensure safety of patient and others, document.
• C. Panics and disrupt cabin workflow.
• D. End flight immediately.

Answer: (B)

When a medical emergency happens during turbulence, the priority is to bring in trained help and follow a clear plan to keep the patient safe and the cabin stable. The best action is to call for medical professionals on board, start the airline’s medical emergency protocol, ensure the patient is kept as safe and comfortable as possible, and document what happens for post-incident reporting. In practice, you notify the flight crew and the medical liaison, request assistance from any medical professionals aboard, use available resources like the medical kit and oxygen, and monitor the patient while keeping the aisle clear and the flight crew informed. If the situation requires, coordinate with the cockpit about potential diversions or priority landing to get the patient medical care as soon as feasible. This approach leverages trained expertise, maintains overall safety, and provides a thorough record of the event. Panicking, leaving the patient unattended, or rushing to end the flight without guidance would create more risk for everyone.