TB 157 - Trauma Evacuation Bag Flashcards
The intent of the trauma treatment and evacuation aid bag is to bring critical lifesaving equipment to the patient in what?
One compact backpack
The trauma evacuation aid bag is specifically designed to treat trauma injuries during what incidents?
Active shooter/MCI, earthquakes, hikers, and cliff rescues
The trauma evacuation bag is a viable option to the what due to its portability and ease of use?
LAFD standard trauma box
In what year did the LAFD join regional work groups to develop policies and procedures to treat patients in various tactical environments?
2014
The trauma evacuation bag can treat up to how many patients?
2 patients
The trauma evacuation bag address what 4 preventable causes of death?
Massive hemorrhage
Tension pneumothorax
Airway obstruction
Hypothermia
What is the MARCH algorithm?
Massive hemorrhage Airway Respiration Circulation Hypothermia
What is the trauma evacuation bag made of?
1000 denier DuPont cordura nylon with water resistant urethane coating
What are the dimensions of the trauma evacuation bag?
20”H x 13”W x 3”D
There are two types of bags for ALS and BLS, the ALS equipment will be contained within a removable ALS roll located where on the backpack?
Lower compartment
The BLS equipment is located where in the back pack?
Upper compartment which opens completely
Where are the built in drain holes located on the backpack?
Bottom
The weight of the back pack without contents is how much?
3 pounds
How much does the backpack weigh with BLS equipment?
13.5 pounds
How much does the backpack weigh with ALS equipment?
17 pounds
All pack regardless of where assigned shall be stocked how?
Uniformly
The benefit for uniformity and standardization and variety use will provide what with the backpacks?
Familiarity of equipment
Frequent rotation of supplies within the bag
How many tourniquets does the back pack have?
4 tourniquets, 2 on each side
What does the outside pouch on the back packs have?
Sharpie markers Bio hazard bag Pen light Gloves Trauma shears
How many mega movers does the backpack have?
1
What compartments are inside the backpack?
A - airway B/C (2) - bleeding and circulation D - diagnostics E - E compartment F - F compartment G - G compartment
What is in the airway compartment?
Suction
Tube holder
Oral airways (2)
NP airways (2)
What is in the bleeding and circulation compartments?
Kerlix (4) Ace wrap 4”x 5 yards (2) 4x4s (2 packs) Abdominal dressings 8”x10” (1) Space blanket (1) Triangle bandage (1) Petroleum gauze (2) Russell chest seal (2)
What is a Russell chest seal used for?
Sucking wounds
What will be distributed at a later date?
Quick clot combat gauze
What is in the diagnostics compartment?
Pocket bag valve mask (1) High adhesive water Resistant gorilla tape (1) Transpire tape (1) Stethoscope and BP cuff
Which tape should not be used in direct contact with skin?
Gorilla tape
What is an inventory item and shall remain in the back pack?
The Littman stethoscope
What is in the E compartment of the back pack?
Triage tags (10) Saline flushed for eyes (5) Sharp shuttle (1)
What is in the F compartment?
Trauma shears with oxygen key (1) Pen light (1)
Are the trauma shears in the F compartment disposable?
No, decontaminate after use
What is in the G compartment?
Alcohol preps
Band aids
What is in the backside of the bag?
SAM splints (2)
What are SAM splints used for?
One size malleable splints that can easily be used to stabilize injured/fractured extremities
How do you apply a SAM splint?
Remove from package, apply to affected area, secure with gauze or ace bandages
If the back pack becomes soiled, how do you clean it?
Hand clean with mild detergent (dishwashing liquid) and warm water
You should dry the back pack in a well ventilated what area to prevent mildew?
Shaded
What are the daily checks for the back pack?
Inventory
Cleanliness and integrity
Report missing inventory item (stethoscope)
What are the monthly check for the back pack?
Expiration dates and rotate stock
Restock shall be done through monthly station what?
SRS (F-80)
Quick clot combat gauze and tourniquets will be restocked via who?
EMS battalion captains (they shall receive ePCR for appropriate use of this item)
