TARMS Flashcards
1
Q
Signs of airway obstruction? (4)
A
Grunting, gurgling, stridor, snoring
Paradoxical chest and abdominal movements
Accessory muscles
Recessions/refractions
2
Q
What landmarks are used to measure cervical
collar size?
A
Top of trapezius to chin
3
Q
Signs of ventilatory compromise (ATOM FC)
A
Airway obstruction Tension pneumothorax Open chest wound Massive heamothorax Flail chest Cardiac tamponade
4
Q
What drug can be given if a there is a lot of haemorrhaging?
A
Tranexamic acid
