2070 - Chest Trauma Flashcards by Mark Horrall | Brainscape

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Chest Trauma - 2070

Chest trauma patients may deteriorate rapidly. Load and go is a priority.

true or false?

A

true

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Chest Trauma - 2070

Treatment is based on injuries.

Flail Chest: (2)

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Stabilization of flailed segment no longer indicated
CPAP is contraindicated

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Chest Trauma - 2070

Treatment is based on injuries.

Sucking Chest Wound: (3)

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Apply Vaseline-type occlusive dressing(s) to cover the wound(s)
Cover the occlusive dressing with sterile 4x4s
Tape the dressing on THREE SIDES

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