Traumatic Injury Flashcards

1
Q

What does MARCH Pneumatic mean?

A

Massive hemorrhage
Airway
Respiration
Circulation
Hypothermia

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2
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Ambulance scene time should be?

A

Limited to 15 minutes or less.

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3
Q

What is the goal of IV fluid administration?

A

Maintain systolic BP of 90 mmHg

Unless head injury w/GSC of less than 8 maintain systolic 110 mmHg

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4
Q

Level 1 trauma center for patients under 15 years of age.

A

CHKD

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5
Q

Hypotension considered for the following:

A

0-30 days: SBP less than 60
1 month - 1 year: SBP less than 70
1-10 years: SBP less than 70 + (2 x age in years)

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6
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Direct Trauma Center Transport criteria:
Vitals

A

GSC < 14; SBP < 90; Res rate < 10 or >29

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7
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Direct Trauma Center Transport Criteria: Mechanisms

A

Adult fall < 20 ft; Ped < 2-3 x height
Intrusion < 12 in on occupant side or
18 in anywhere.
Ejection, Death in same compartment
Auto vs Pedestrian, run over, < 20 mph,
Motorcycle crash < 20 mph

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