The Split Second Decision
As the pace of technology moves at ever greater speeds, Dr Kevin Fong asks how we can come to terms with the growing challenge of quick and accurate front line decision making
As the pace of technology moves at ever greater speeds, how vulnerable are we when making split second decisions? Kevin Fong flies with the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service, making split-second, life-or-death decisions. He examines how we can come to terms with the growing challenge of quick and accurate front line decision making.
Picture: Presenter, Kevin Fong in air ambulance, Credit: BBC
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