Trauma Flashcards
1
Q
What does ATMIST mean
A
A - age of patient T - time of injury M - mechanism of injury I - injuries found or suspected S - symptoms T -treatment given
2
Q
What does MARCH mean?
A
M - massive haemorrhage A- airway problem R - respiratory problem C - circulation problem H - head and other injuries
3
Q
What does BURPS stand for?
A
B -bleeding U -unconscious or semiconscious R - respiratory/ breathing difficultly P - pain, distress or numbness S - skin changes
4
Q
Airway manoeuvres?
A
Jaw thurst/chin lift
Suction
5
Q
Respiratory problem
A
RR Respiratory rate over 20 breaths min.
RR Respiratory rate under 8 breaths min
6
Q
What does AVPU stand for?
A
Alert
Responds to verbal
Responds to pain
Unresponsive
7
Q
A rough quide for how long can a tourniquet be safely left in place?
A
Green 2 hours
Yellow 4 hours
Red 6 hours
