Trauma - Paeds Flashcards
1
Q
Abdo injury %?
A
Kidney 25%
Spleen 25%
Liver 25%
The rest plus multiple: 25%
2
Q
Mechanisms of Abdo trauma?
A
MVA Fall from heights Lap seat belt: small surface area (Organ damage) Handle Bar: small surface area MBA: motor bike accident
3
Q
What kind of mechanism of abdo trauma?
A
Blunt trauma more than penetrating
4
Q
Abdo trauma circulation need to look for?
A
Tenderness
Ecchymosis
Abrasion
Femoral fracture
5
Q
Difference in paeds anatomy?
A
More exposed organs
Less protective habitus: more pliable thoracic cavity
Smaller torso
6
Q
NGT in trauma?
A
Nope.
Gastric Decompression tube only from the mouth
7
Q
What tubes in for Abdo trauma?
A
Gastric tube
Urinary catheter
8
Q
Need CT? How do you know if don’t need it?
A
No Abdo wall/seatbelt signs
No GCS
