Tribhuvan International Airport Installs Automated External Defibrillators for Passenger Safety

Kathmandu. Nepal's primary aviation gateway, Tribhuvan International Airport, has introduced state-of-the-art medical equipment called 'Automated External Defibrillator' (AED) to prioritize the health and safety of airport users and air passengers.

According to the Airport Civil Aviation Office, this service was launched with the objective of providing immediate first aid to passengers in emergency situations to minimize potential risks. The office stated that this significant step has been taken targeting individuals who may face health issues within the airport premises.

What is an 'AED'?

According to the airport office, passengers and other service users may occasionally face serious health issues such as sudden fainting, respiratory arrest, suffocation, or collapsing while traveling or within the airport premises. There is a risk of loss of life if proper treatment is not received in time during such emergencies. The office stated that the 'AED' device is believed to play a crucial role in saving lives, especially for patients with heart and respiratory problems.

The use of this device will facilitate effective first aid for individuals who suddenly fall ill before they can be transported to a hospital. To make this service more effective and organized, the airport has provided special training to its staff and health workers in the first phase.

Relevant staff of the Tribhuvan International Airport Civil Aviation Office, as well as health workers from medical units such as the Health Desk, KMC Hospital, and HAMS Hospital, have been trained on the methods and procedures for using the 'AED' device.