Exam 2 Trauma Flashcards
What are the three parts of an initial trauma patient evaluation?
rapid overview
primary survey
secondary survey
What are the components of a rapid overview
takes a few seconds to determine if patient is unstable or stable
inability to oxygenate -> brain injury and death within 5-10 minutes
What are the components of the primary assessment?
involves rapid evaluation for function crucial to survival and include ABCDE airway patency, breathing, circulation, disability, exposure
What are the components of the secondary survey?
detailed and systemic evaluation of each anatomic region and continued resuscitation if needed
History
What are the surgical priorities in trauma patients?
- airway management-> cricothyroidectomy
- control of exsanguinating hemorrhage
- intracranial mass excision
- threatened limb or eyesight/ high risk of sepsis/ control of hemorrhage
- early patient mobilization/ better cosmotic outcome
What scale assesses disability/neurological status?
glascow coma sclae
score is sum of best score in each category
significant abnormalities on the neurological abnormalities on the neurological exam are an indication for immediate CT
timeliness of diagnosis and treatment will have a strong influence on outcome
What are the three categories for GCS scale indicate?
eye opening response
verbal response
motor response
Describe the eye opening response of GCS?
4- spontaneous opening
3-to speech
2- pain
1- no response
describe the verbal response of GCS
5- alert and oriented
4- confused
3- inappropriate speech
2- incomprehensible sounds
1- no response
Describe the motor response of GCS
6- spontaneous
5- localized to painful stimuli
4- withdraws to painful stimuli
3- abdominal flexion
2-abdominal extension
1-none
What is the goal of care for TBI
prevention of secondary brain injury resulting from edema, increased ICP, hypoxia and shock
What are the classifications of TBI
mild, moderate, severe
what are the qualifications for mild TBI
GCS of 13-15
short period of observation, usually 24 hours
What are the qualifications of moderate TBI
GCS 8-12
manifested as intracranial lesions that require surgical evacuation
early CT
high potential for deterioration requires early intubation mechanical ventilation
What are the qualification of severe TBI
GCS less then 8
carries a significant rates of mortality
care is directed at perfusion of injured brain
Guidelines for severe TBI
after primary survey approach maintain CPP
maintain CPP 60-70mmHg
Fluid resuscitation keep euvolemia
correction of anemia (hct of 30%)
paco2-> 35mmHg
insertion of ventriculostomy and control ICP
positional therapy
judicious use of anaglesisc/sedation
mannitol
hypertonic saline
Airway and Ventilatory Management TBI
hyperventilation only if herniation is imminent
hyperventilate to PaCO2 of 30 if elevated ICP is not responsive to
(sedative, CSF drainage, NM blockage, osmotic agents, barbiturate coma)
CPP=MAP-ICP
Anesthetic Management of TBI
Early control of airway
establishing cardiovascular stability
management of intracranial pressure of ICP
How can you gain early control of the airway in TBI management
orotracheal intubation to maintain SpO2 >90%
maintain normoventilation to help in teh reduction of hypercarbia and hypoxemia
Judicious use of induction agents
(propofol, etomidate)
Neuromuscular blocking agents to avoid coughing and bucking
How can establish cardiovascular stability in the TBI?
avoid intracranial hypertension (ICP>20)
avoid systolic hypotension
placement of an arterial line in addtion to standard monitors
low concentrations of sevoflurane, isoflurane, or desflurane
avoid nitrous oxide
How do manage ICP in the OR for the TBI patient?
mannitol 0.25-1.0g/kg for control of ICP
consider hyperosmolar therapy per surgeon
corticosteroids increase in mortality
Where does SCI occur mostly?
low cervical spine
What does SCI include?
sensory deficits, motor deficits, sensory and motor
What are the three factors the SCI patient depends on?
severity of the acute injury
prevention and exacerbation of the injury during rescue, transport and hospitalization
avoidance of hypoxia and hypotension
early treatment of SCI is focused on adequate perfusion to prevent secondary injury
When does autonomic hyperreflexia occur?
SCI with complete injury above T5
Discuss the management of SCI (7)
treatment aimed at preservation of adequate perfusion (avoid hypotension or correct immediately)
avoid hypoxemia (hypoxia and hypercapnia can further accentuate the damage)
MAP maintained normal to high
Neurogenic shock
adequate circulation
glucocorticoid bolis
C-spine evaluation should include all 7 cervical vertebrae
Describe intubation with an SCI
emergency intubation
awake fiberoptic intubation
use equipment and techniques that are most familiar
use of succinylcholine is allowable if less then 24 hours
What should be avoided when intubating with an SCI
simple chin lift with manual in-line stabilization
Avoid extension, flexion and rotation
Direct laryngoscopy with MILS
What is the gold standard of intubation with SCI
awake fiberoptic intubation
What are the goals of intubation with SCI?
achieve tracheal intubation while minmizing motion of C spine
preserve the ability to assess neurologic function after positioning
no evidence that DL worsens outcomes
What the three types of orthopedic and soft tissue trauma?
frequent indication for operative management in trauma patients
isolated closed
open fractures of major long bones and joints
multiple fractures of major long bones, spinal column, and joints associated with multisystem injuries
What are examples of Ortho trauma? (6)
dislocated hip, fractured pelvis, crush injuries, open fractures, long bone fractures (high DVT risk), compartment syndrome
Discuss ortho trauma and anesthesia management (4)
most frequently require GA
anesthetic requirements comparable to those of non-trauma patient
If lower requirements are being used consider if you patient has hypovolemia
controlled hypotension (MAP 20 mmHg below baseline) if not contraindicated
allow spontaneous ventilations at near end of procedure to guide narc use
What are the advantages of regional anesthesia (9)
allows for continuous mental status assessment
increased vascular flow
avoidance of airway instrumentation
improved postoperative mental status
decreased blood loss
decreased incidence of DVT
improved postoperative analgesia
better pulmonary toilet
earlier mobilization
What are the disadvantages of regional anesthesia? (6)
peripheral nerve function difficult access
patient refusal is common
requirement for sedation
longer time to acheive anesthesia
not suitable for multiple body regions
difficult to judge length of surgical procedures
What are the advantages of general anesthesia (5)
speed on onset
duration- can be maintained as long as possible
allows multiple procedures for multiple injuries
greater patient acceptance
allows for positive pressure ventilation
What are the disadvantages of general anesthesia? (4)
impairement of neurological examination
requires airway instrumentation
hemodynamic management more complex
increased potential for barotrauma
What are the four types of chest injuries?
pulmonary
traumatic aortic injury
rib fractures
cardiac injury
Describe pulmonary injuries
chest tube requirement
thoractomy
double lumen tube (but often after initial intubation via RSI and standard ETT
What are indications for thoractomy?
if drainage greater then 1500ml in first several hours
when tracheal or bronchial injury or massive air leak are noted
hemodynamic instability from thoracic injury
What injury has a high morbidity and mortality?
traumatic aortic injury
What injury needs to be ruled out if patient has suffered high energy injury Ie MVA or fall
traumatic aortic injury
How do you diagnose a traumatic aortic injury?
CXR, angiography CT and TEE
Why is surgery indicated for a traumatic aortic injury?
because it has a high risk of rupture in hours to days
What is the anesthetic treatment of a traumatic aortic injury?
partial bypass technique using inflow from the left atrium. a centrifugal pump and outflow to descending aorta
What repair is common for traumatic aortic injury?
endovascular repair
What is the most common injury from blunt chest trauma?
rib fractures
What is flail chest?
comminuted fractures of atleast 3 ribs
characterized by paradoxical respiration
consider pain management or epidural placement to maintain ventilation/perfusion
rib fractures associated with costrochondral separation
sternal fracture
What injury is functionally indisguishinable from MI?
bruising or contusion cardiac injury
How can you diagnose cardiac injury?
TTE or TEE
how do you manage cardiac injury?
as an ischemic cardiac injury with careful control of volume, vasodilators, monitoring and treatment of rhythm disturbances
What are special case trauma management techniques for Jehovah’s witnesses?
deliberate hypotension
use of salvaged blood cells from intraoperative or chest tube collection
early hemodynamic monitoring
post op use of erythropoeitin
What are special case trauma management techniques for the eldery?
more serious outcomes in the elderly for equivalent trauma
decreased cardio-pulmonary reserve higher incidence of post-operative mechanical ventilation
MOSF after hemorrhagic shock
post traumatic myocardial dysfunction
How does post traumatic myocardial dysfunction occur?
d/t plaques or just from stress of incidence
What is there a high incidence of with pregnant trauma patients?
spontaneous abortion, pre-term labor, premature delivery
What are anesthesia management techniques for pregnant trauma patients?
OB consult for immediate management and follow-up
requires rapid and complete resuscitation of the mother
What are the four systems analyzed for post operative extubation criteria?
mental status
airway anatomy and reflexes
respiratory mechanics
systemic stability
Describe mental status evaluation for extubation (4)
resolution of intoxication
able to follow commands
non-combative
pain adequately controlled
Describe airway anatomy and reflexes for extubation (3)
appropriate cough and gag
ability to protect airway from aspiration
no excessive airway edema or instability
Describe respiratory mechanics for extubation (3)
adequate tidal volumes and respiratory rate
normal motor strength
required FiO2 less then 50%
Describe systemic stability for extubation (3)
adequately resuscitated
small likelihood of urgent return to the operating room (at least in short term)
normovolemic, without signs of sepsis
What are the risk factors to develop ARDS after trauma? (11)
elderly
pre-existing physiologic impairment
direct pulmonary or chest wall injury
aspiration of blood or stomach contents
prolonged mechanical ventilation
severe TBI
spinal cord injury with quadriplegia
massive transfusion
hemorrhagic shock
occult hypoperfusion
wound or body cavity infection
burn with inhalation injury
What are the recommended ventilator settings for acutely injury patients?
TV 6-8ml/kg
PEEP 10-15cmH20
Limit peak pressures <40cmH20
Adjust I:E ratio as neccessary
Wean FiO2 to obtain PaO2 of 80-100 sat goal:93-97%
What are post-operative complication concerns (4)
infection/sepsis
thromboembolism
abdominal compartment syndrome
ARDS
What is the leading cause of death from 1-45 years in the US?
trauma
How much is mortality reduced with a trauma patient receives care at a level 1 trauma center?
25%