13. Physical Exam Focus on: ID all sites of external bleeding ID external markers of torso injury ID all penetrating wounds Pearls Roll the patient early Don’t underestimate scalp bleeding
14. Diagnostic Testing Bedside Testing: AP CXR AP Pelvis x-ray FAST, EFAST DPL is out. Definitive Testing CT scan (Donut of death) Surgical Exploration (Laparotomy, Angio)
15. Ultrasound FAST &EFAST Extension of physical exam Patient doesn’t have to move to it Looks for free fluid Can also Dx PTX Helpful for vascular access
16. Pathology Base deficit (VBG,ABG) Haemoglobin Lactate Haematocrit All must be in a series.
17. Airway Maintaining airway can be difficult R/T: Maxillofacial trauma Neck trauma Laryngeal trauma C-spine precautions Secure airway early
19. Breathing Give O2 NRBM 15L RSI with in-line stabilization Prepare for difficult airway Beware of pre-existing co-morbidities Avoid hypotension, lower doses, ? use Ketamine
20. Circulation Don’t rely on HR & BP Place x 2 18g IVC Consider IO early if difficult access U/O and serial lactate guide Mx: Ketamine ?better for intubation/analgesia Fluid resuscitation blood is better Crystalloid Vs Colloid Do Inotropes have a role???