Resuscitation of a Trauma Patient | Cheat Sheet - Edubirdie

University:
Western Sydney University
Course:
MEDI 3003 | Applied Clinical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
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92

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2
Author:

Mariam A. A.

Resuscitation of a trauma patient Recognition Primary survey Haemostatic resuscitation Early transfusions to maintain circulation Minimise crystalloid use Reduce coagulopathy Keeping the patient warm Prevent acidemia Rapid movement to the operating theatre Avoid in the unnecessary delays in the trainset to the OT. Initial surgery -> haemorrhagic control Short time in OT. Limit focused surgery to control haemorrhage and decontamination. Pack Partially resent organs Staple off and removed injury bowel Fibrin sealants Leave abdomen open Move to ICI Restore normal physiology Correct lethal triad: Warm Correct acidosis Correct coagulopathy Optimise ventilation Plan re-operation once stable. Re-operation at 24 to 36 hours Remove packs Definitive surgery Formally clos e the abdomen. Complications New onset ot uncontrolled surgical bleeding. Abdominal compartment syndrome Inability to wake and weak Non-life-threatening injuries not dealt with or missed. Needs secondary surgery/full examination.

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