Trauma Flashcards
1
Q
Hard signs of vascular injury
A
No pulse distal to injury Pulsatile bleeding Expanding haematoma Bruit or thrill at injury site Unexplained shock with traumatic injury
2
Q
Soft signs of vascular injury
A
Diminished pulses distal to injury site (compare to other side)
Stable haematoma
Proximity to major vessels
Peripheral nerve deficit
History of haemorrhage at the scene
Suspicious/high risk fracture or dislocation
