Which option is NOT a primary goal of in-flight care?

• A. Stabilize the patient and prevent deterioration
• B. Perform surgical interventions on board
• C. Relieve symptoms
• D. Facilitate rapid transfer to appropriate care

Answer: (B)

The main concept tested is that in-flight care focuses on stabilizing the patient, preventing deterioration, relieving symptoms, and arranging rapid transfer to definitive care. Performing surgical interventions on board is not a primary goal because the aircraft environment lacks a sterile operating room, specialized equipment, and trained personnel necessary for surgery. Instead, the aim is to support vital functions, provide symptom relief, monitor the patient, and ensure a swift hand-off to a facility equipped to perform definitive treatment. If a surgical need arises, the patient should be transported to a hospital where such procedures can be done safely.