Trauma Assessment Flashcards

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What does the H in HOT stand for? And what treatment is done?

A

Hypovolemia
Double cannulation, with fluids
Secure wound

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What does the O in HOT stand for? And what treatment is done?

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Oxygenation. Patent airway

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What does the T in HOT stand for? And what treatment is done?

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Tension pneumothorax - chest decompression
Tamponade - thoracotomy (MAGPAS)

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