Chapter 25 – Ultrasound in Trauma
Abstract Ultrasound offers a quick, repeatable, and moderately sensitive assessment for an important subset of traumatic injuries. The Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) exam is performed at the…
Chapter 24 – Splinting
Abstract Splints should be used to temporarily immobilize possible fractures and dislocations during the evaluation and management of life- and limb-threatening injuries. Chapter 24 Splinting Carl R. Chudnofsky General Principles…
Chapter 21 – Resuscitative Endovascular Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA)
Abstract REBOA is an endovascular occlusion balloon, inserted through the femoral artery, designed to occlude the aorta in the setting of severe abdominal or pelvic hemorrhage (Figure 21.1). Chapter 21…
Chapter 20 – Emergency Room Resuscitative Thoracotomy
Abstract In traumatic cardiac arrest, especially due to hemorrhage or cardiac tamponade, external cardiac compression has no role in the emergency room. Chapter 20 Emergency Room Resuscitative Thoracotomy Demetrios Demetriades…
Chapter 23 – Tourniquet Application for Extremity Bleeding Control
Abstract Place the tourniquet around the limb and weave the strap through the buckle. Alternatively, in tourniquets that come preassembled, they can be slipped over the limb. If possible, clothing…
Chapter 22 – Diagnostic Peritoneal Aspiration
Abstract Diagnostic peritoneal aspiration (DPA) involves the insertion of a needle or a catheter in the peritoneal cavity and aspiration of any blood or other fluid. Diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL)…
Chapter 11 – Ballistics
Abstract Caliber: The caliber of a handgun or rifle is typically described as the diameter of the bore, although this can sometimes vary depending on how the diameter is measured….
Chapter 17 – Intraosseous Access Techniques
Abstract Intraosseous (IO) infusion is based on the principle that medullary veins of long bones remain patent during shock and hypovolemia. Chapter 17 Intraosseous Access Techniques Angelica Loza-Gomez and Aaron…
Chapter 8 – Burn Injuries
Abstract The skin functions as a critical external barrier and serves a vital role in protecting against pathogens but also in thermoregulation, management of fluids and electrolytes, and protection from…
Chapter 16 – Central Venous Access
Abstract Central venous access is obtained via the internal jugular vein (IJV), subclavian vein (SCV), or femoral vein. Chapter 16 Central Venous Access Meghan Lewis and Andrea Austin General Principles…
