WOUND MANAGEMENT IN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Flashcards

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INTRODUCTION

initial assessment and management of a trauma patient

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primary survey

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INTRODUCTION

Airways, breathing, circulation, disability and exposure

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systematic approach using ABCDE

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WOUND PREPARATION

single most important step in treating a wound

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Proper ED wound management

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COMPONENTS OF WOUND PREPARATION

extent of adoption of aseptic technique required for ED wound repair remains unclear

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sterile technique

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COMPONENTS OF WOUND PREPARATION

always inform patient of any invasive procedures that will be done

in general, pain control should be provided before extensive wound preparation

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Anesthesia and Analgesia

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COMPONENTS OF WOUND PREPARATION

necessary for control further blood loss and proper evaluation of a wound

diffuse bleeding most often occurs from the subdermal plexus and superficial veins

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Hemostasis

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