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The Glasgow coma scale assesses for

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disability/neurological status

classification of severity of head injury

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Significant abnormalities on the neurological exam are an indication ofr

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immediate cranial CT

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________ will have a strong influence on outcome of disability

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timeliness of diagnosis and treatment

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The goal of care for the traumatic brain injury patient is to

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prevent secondary brain damage resulting from:
intracranial bleeding
edema
increased ICP
hypoxia & shock
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Classification of traumatic brain injury can be

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mild TBI, moderate TBI, severe TBI

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Describe the classification of mild TBI.

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GCS 13-15

short period of observation usually 24 hours

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Describe the classification of moderate TBI.

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GCS 9-12
manifested as intracranial lesions that require surgical evacuation
early CT
high potential for deterioration requires early intubation mechanical ventilation

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Describe the classification of severe TBI.

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GCS less than 8 (intubate)
carries a significant rate of mortality
care is directed at perfusion of injured brain

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Guidelines for severe TBI include:

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after primary survey approach maintain CPP
maintain a CPP 60-70 mmHg at all times
fluid resuscitation- keep euvolemic
correction of anemia (Hct of 30%)
PaCO2--> 35 mmHg
insertion of ventriculostomy & control of ICP <20
positional therapy
judicious use of analgesics/sedation
mannitol
hypertonic saline
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Describe the AW & ventilatory management of the TBI patient.

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hyperventilation only if herniation is imminent
hyperventilate to PaCO2 of 30 if elevated ICP is no responsive to- sedatives, CSF drainage, NM blockade, osmotic agents, barbiturate coma

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Hyperventilation to PaCO2 of 30 is indicated when elevated ICP is not responsive to

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sedatives, CSF drainage, NM blockade, osmotic agents, barbiturate coma

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CPP=

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MAP-ICP

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Anesthetic management of the patient with a TBI includes

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early control of airway
establishing cardiovascular stability
management of intracranial pressure in the OR

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Describe early control of the airway for the patient with a TBI

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orotracheal intubation to maintain SpO2 >90%
maintain normoventilation to help in the reduction of hypercarbia and hypoxemia
judicious use of induction agents- propofol, etomidate, neuromuscular blocking agents to avoid coughing and bucking

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Describe establishing cardiovascular stability for the patient with a TBI.

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avoid intracranial hypertension (ICP>20)
avoid systolic hypotension
placement of an a-line in addition to standard monitors
low concentrations of sevoflurane, isoflurane or desflurane (cerebrovasodilators)
avoid nitrous oxide

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Describe the management of intracranial pressure in the OR for the patient with a TBI.

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mannitol 0.25-1.0 g/kg for control of ICP
consider hyperosmolar therapy as ordered by surgeon
corticosteroids increase mortality and are no longer recommended
dilantin or keppra
smooth induction & emergence

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SCI can be a result of

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MVA
falls
penetrating injury

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Most SCI occur at the

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low cervical spine-typically C4-C7

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SCI injury includes

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sensory deficits
motor deficits
sensory & motor

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Outcomes of the SCI patient depends on 3 factors:

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severity of the acute injury
prevention of exacerbation of the injury during rescue, transport, & hospitalization
avoidance of hypoxia & hypotension

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Early treatment of SCI is focused on

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adequate perfusion to prevent secondary injury

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Autonomic hyperreflexia develops in 85% of SCI

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with complete injury above T5

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Treatment of SCI is aimed at

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preservation of adequate perfusion

-avoid hypotension or correct immediately if encountered

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_____ & _____ can further accentuate the damage sustained with SCI

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Hypoxia & hypercarbia

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MAP for SCI is
maintained normal to high
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SCI management includes
prevention of neurogenic shock (hypotension & bradycardia) adequate circulation glucocorticoid bolus- controversial, might depend on surgeon dependent
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C-spine evaluation should
include all 7 cervical vertebrae- C1-C2 & C7-T1 b/c difficult to image these spots
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Describe emergency intubation in SCI.
100% oxygen administered immediately simple chin lift with manual in-line stabilization avoid extension, flexion, and rotation- direct vision laryngoscopy with MILS
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Use of succinylcholine is allowable for patients with SCI if
<24 hours
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When intubating for a patient with a SCI, the clinician should use equipment and techniques that are most familiar.
goals: achieve tracheal intubation while minimizing motion of C-spine preserve the ability to assess neurologic function after positioning No evidence that DL worsens outcomes
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The gold standard for a patient with an SCI intubation wise is
awake fiberoptic intubation as long as patient is cooperative -oral vs. nasal intubation--> oral is challenging but better suited if pt requires post-op ventilation
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A frequent indication for operative management in trauma patients is
orthopedic and soft tissue trauma
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Three types of orthopedic and soft tissue trauma include
isolated closed open fractures of major long bones & joints multiple fractures of major long bones, spinal column, and joints associated with multisystem injuries
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If a closed fractures is fixed within
the first 24 hours, there will be a decrease in ARDS, PNA, & fat emboli complications
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An open fracture should be fixed within
12 hours to prevent infection
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Ortho trauma includes
dislocated hip- needs fixation because avascular necrosis of femoral head can develop fracture pelvis- requires stabilization, very high bleeding cases, T & C for at least 4 units crush injuries-> will see myoglobinuria open fractures long bone fractures are high risk for DVT Compartment syndrome
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Ortho trauma anesthesia management includes
most frequently requires GA anesthetic requirements comparable to those of non-trauma patient- if lower requirements are being used consider if your patient has hypovolemia controlled hypotension (MAP 20 mmHg below baseline) if not contraindicated allow spontaneous ventilations at near end of procedure to guide narcotic use
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Advantages of regional anesthesia
- allows for continued mental status assessment - increased vascular flow - avoidance of airway instrumentation - improved postoperative mental status - decreased blood loss - decreased incidence of DVT - improved postoperative analgesia - better pulmonary toilet - earlier mobilization
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Disadvantages of regional anesthesia
- peripheral nerve function difficult assess - patient refusal is common - requirement for sedation - longer time to achieve anesthesia - not suitable for multiple body regions - difficult to judge length of surgical procedures
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Advantages of general anesthesia
speed on onset duration-can be maintained as long as needed -allows multiple procedures for multiple injuries -greater patient acceptance -allows for positive-pressure ventilation
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Disadvantages of general anesthesia
- impairment of neurological examination - requires airway instrumentation - hemodynamic management more complex - increased potential for barotrauma
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Chest injuries include
pulmonary traumatic aortic injury rib fractures cardiac injury
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Pulmonary injuries may require a
chest tube thoracotomy double lumen tube- but often after initial intubation via RSI with standard ETT
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Thoracotomy for pulmonary injuries indications include
indicated if drainage greater than 1500 mL in first several hours when tracheal or bronchial injury or massive air leak are noted hemodynamic instability from thoracic injury
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Traumatic aortic injury has a high
incidence of morbidity and mortality- particularly if complete transection
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Traumatic aortic injury must be ruled out if patient has
suffered a high energy injury such as a MVA or fall
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Diagnosis of traumatic aortic injury is made through
CXR, angiography, CT, and TEE
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Surgery for traumatic aortic injury is indicated due to
high risk of rupture in hours to days
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Anesthetic treatment of traumatic aortic injury includes
partial bypass technique using inflow from the left atrium, a centrifugal pump and outflow to descending aorta
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_____ repair is now more common for a traumatic aortic injury
endovascular
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With traumatic aortic injury, it is important to keep systolic BP
<100 to keep injury from extending
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Most common injury from blunt chest trauma is
rib fractures
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A flail chest is the result of
comminuted fractures of at least 3 ribs
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Flail chest is characterized by
paradoxical respiration
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For flail chest consider
pain management or epidural placement to maintain ventilation/perfusion
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Cardiac injury includes
penetrating trauma--> have a high pre-hospital mortality | cardiac tamponade
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Bruising or contusion is functionally
indistinguishable from MI
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_____ can be used to diagnose cardiac injury
TTE or TEE
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Cardiac injury is managed as
ischemic cardiac injury with careful control of volume, vasodilators, monitoring and treatment of rhythm disturbances
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Cardiac injuries may require
a cardiology consult if appropriate
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Describe management for the trauma patient who is a Jehovah's witness
- deliberate hypotension - use of salvaged blood cells from intra-op or chest tube collection - early hemodynamic monitoring - post-op use of erythropoietin
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Describe management for the trauma patient who is elderly.
-more serious outcomes in the elderly for equivalent trauma -decreased cardio-pulmonary reserve higher incidence of postop mechanical ventilation MOSF after hemorrhagic shock -post traumatic myocardial dysfunction -cannot tolerate as much volume
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Describe management of the trauma patient who is pregant
high incidence of spontaneous abortion, pre-term labor, or premature delivery OB consult for immediate management and follow-op requires rapid & complete resuscitation of the mother in the 2nd or 3rd trimester--> left lateral decubitus to get uterus off of great vessels spontaneous abortion requires D&C if Rh negative will need to get Rhogam if fetus is positive
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Criteria for extubation post-op includes
mental status airway anatomy and reflexes respiratory mechanics systemic stability
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Criteria for extubation in regards to mental status includes
resolution of intoxication able to follow commands non-combative pain adequately controlled
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Criteria for extubation in regards to airway anatomy & reflexes includes
appropriate cough & gag ability to protect airway from aspiration no excessive airway edema or instability
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Criteria for extubation in regards to respiratory mechanics includes
adequate tidal volume & respiratory rate normal motor strength required FiO2 less than 50%
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Criteria for extubation in regards to systemic stability includes
adequately resuscitated small likelihood of urgent return to the operating room (at least in very short-term) normovolemic, without signs of sepsis
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Risk factors for development of ARDS after trauma
``` elderly preexisting physiologic impairment direct pulmonary or chest wall injury aspiration of blood or stomach contents prolonged mechanical ventilation severe traumatic brain injury spinal cord injury with quadriplegia massive transfusion hemorrhagic shock occult hypoperfusion wound or body cavity infection ```
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Recommendations for ventilator settings in acutely injured patients include
``` tidal volumes 6-8 mL/kg PEEP 10-15 cm H2O limit peak pressures to <40 cmH2O adjust I:E ratio as necessary wean Fio2 to obtain PaO2 of 80-100, sats 93-97% ```
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Post-operative complication concerns for trauma patients includes
infection/sepsis thromboembolism abdominal compartment syndrome ARDS

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