Trauma Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
What does the H in HOT stand for? And what treatment is done?
A
Hypovolemia
Double cannulation, with fluids
Secure wound
2
Q
What does the O in HOT stand for? And what treatment is done?
A
Oxygenation. Patent airway
3
Q
What does the T in HOT stand for? And what treatment is done?
A
Tension pneumothorax - chest decompression
Tamponade - thoracotomy (MAGPAS)