Major Trauma

Notes

Manage life threatening injuries as an immediate priority (hemorrhage, airway, chest, pelvis and spinal trauma).

Transport should occur as soon as possible. Transport should begin as soon as the most life-saving procedures have been completed.

A strong suspicion of spinal injury should exist for the unconscious patient or the awake patient complaining of spinal pain and/or neurological symptoms.

If patients with suspected internal bleeding are likely to be trapped for a prolonged period, request the delivery of blood products to the scene.

If bleeding is uncontrollable, consider Tranexamic Acid.

Effective pain relief improves outcomes in trauma.

Early Sit-Reps for additional resources are critical for optimizing trauma workflow.

Early hospital notification and transport to the highest level of trauma care saves lives.