Table 6 Common themes

1

Clearly defined mission statements, mission profiles and deployment priorities with 24/7/365 response capacity

2

Central coordination with clinician (physician or paramedic) support

3

Use of dedicated or specialized transport teams

4

Advanced scope of practice with 24/7/365 online acute care physician support linked to standard operating procedures and clinical practice guidelines

5

Rigorous selection process of candidates

6

Service-sponsored university-based education model

7

Advanced clinical governance

8

Use of a comprehensive database to guide quality assurance and quality improvement

9

Equipment standardization including pre-packaged and sealed equipment, pre-drawn high-use medications, and the use of checklists

10

Organizational prioritization and support for research