Recycled Prolonged FieldCare Podcast 84: Altitude Illness

I talk with Dr. Moon about taking care of a patient with AMS, HAPE, and/or HACE in a PFC environment and when is it worth the consequences to evac the patient. Altitude illness is a condition that can occur when someone goes to high altitudes, such as in the mountains, and experiences symptoms like headaches, nausea, and fatigue. The podcast explains how altitude illness occurs and provides tips on how to prevent it, such as slowly acclimating to high altitudes and staying hydrated.