2 EVACUATION
A helicopter races to the scene ; on board is the Forward Aeromedical Evacuation Team which could be scaled with an anaesthetist , A & E specialist , medics and force protection soldiers . An armed response unit provides extra protection during the evacuation .
FIELD HOSPITAL
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Field hospitals often offer an intensive care facility , surgery , ED , physiotherapy , dental and mental health care . They are equipped with CT and X-ray equipment and can even provide blood transfusions .
6 REHABILITATION
Patients recovering from orthopaedic or neurological problems may be moved to Stanford Hall . This world-class facility hosts a unique limb-fitting and amputee centre , which ensures that prosthetic limbs are fitted correctly . Patients may then be transferred to regional rehabilitation units .
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RETURN TO DUTY
Our goal is always to return injured personnel to duty . When that isn ’ t possible , we provide continued support to ease their return to civilian life . The majority of military patients , even some amputees , are able to return to duty with the right treatment .