The IMSS doctor is saving the life of the plane passenger

2024-08-14 00:00:00

A story that we have seen many times in a movie happened in real life in our country. A IMSS doctor I was in an airplane to enjoy a few days off and suddenly one of the crew fainted. The stewards did not know what to do, and they suddenly saw that there was a scientist in the boat.

Getting out of the routine is always a great help to reduce the stress and anxiety levels of everyday life. It doesn’t matter if you are alone or with family, but the intention is to forget about work to have a time of rest and tranquility.

What are the benefits of going on vacation?

• Reduce emotional exhaustion and burnout
• Reduce absenteeism
• Increase work commitment
• Increases quality of life levels

The IMSS doctor is saving the life of the plane passenger

With the above in mind, the Dr. Javier de la Torre Andersonwho works in the High Specialty Medical Unit (UMAE) No. 71 of the IMSS in Torreón, Coahuila, decided to ask for a few days off.

The goal is to get out with your family and even with your kids before the new school year starts. After several days off from work, it’s time to resume your daily activities.

To return to traditional life he took a flight from Guadalajara to Torreón. In the beginning everything goes normally and without setbacks. Although there is a time when the plane is in the air that a potentially dangerous situation occurs.

According to a flight attendant, one of the men in the crew fell asleep. At least that’s what he thought at first, but after a few minutes he realized that he had indeed fainted.

“Is there a doctor among the passengers?”

At that time, not knowing what to do, the pilot asked a question through the loudspeaker: “Is there a doctor among the passengers?” The most amazing thing is that there is one.

Automatically, Dr. De La Torre rose from his seat and did not hesitate to support. On looking at the thoughts that had a purple hue, did not breathe and had no pulse, the IMSS doctor He did it immediately and knew he had it arrhythmia.

To avoid a disaster, the doctor asked for a “red car”, that is, a mobile store that all planes carry and which contains emergency medicines. Thanks to your knowledge, you use what is important and continue with the repair work.

After a few minutes, the passenger woke up and was immediately placed in a seat. He remained that way until the plane arrived in Torreón and was automatically sent to a nearby hospital to be examined.

Thanks to courage, love and immediate action, all the pilots gave him great praise. IMSS doctor. His work is important to prevent a disaster and although he would not have imagined it, during his journey back home he becomes a true hero.

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