Chapter 1 - Trauma nursing and teamwork

Question 1

Leading cause of death (1-44 years)

Answer 1

Trauma - US stats

Question 2

Elements of a trauma system

Answer 2

1. Bystander care - first aid
2. Pre-hospital (EMS Care) - stabilise vital fuctions
3. Hospital definitive care - repair injury
4. Early rehab - minimise disbility
5. Recovery & re-entry - into work and society

Question 3

Cornerstones of high-performance teams

Answer 3

• Leadership
• Communication
• Mutual support
• Situtaion monitoring