In this tutorial we meet a 62 year old farmer who has sustained a penetrating injury to his abdomen from a steer. Assessment of penetrating abdominal injuries and initial management are discussed including appropriate imaging in the emergency department (pros and cons). The intended audience is clinical staff involved in the initial management of major trauma patients.
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Moderated Tutorial 23: Penetrating abdominal injury
This tutorial is a continuation of the TBI patient scenario from Moderated Tutorial 1. The focus is the early recognition of neurological deterioration. Additional management points in consultation with a neurosurgeon are discussed including transfer requirements.
This tutorial is designed to focus on rapid assessment and identification of actual or immediate life threats from facial trauma. This includes airway management principles and preparation for the difficult intubation. The intended audience is clinical staff involved in the initial management of major trauma patients.
This tutorial focuses on the trauma patient who is further complicated by submersion or drowning. It identifies potential airway and breathing complications as well as discusses rewarming techniques. The intended audience is clinical staff involved in the initial management of major trauma patients.
