Trauma | Burns | Overview
Burns: soft tissue receives more energy than it can absorb without injury: thermal, chemical, electric or nuclear. 10,000 deaths a year. Always perform a complete trauma exam to see if…
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May 6, 2025
Types Of Shock
Types of Shock: All types of shock occur due to an underlying lack of tissue perfusion. (Fluid loss, significant vasodilation, pump failure): Four causes of shock Hypovolemic shock – from…
May 6, 2025
Trauma | Inhalation & Chemical Burns
Specific Types of Burn Injuries Inhalation: 20-35% of all patients admitted to burn centers. Happens in closed environments i.e. building, car, plane. Dangers are: Heat Fire consumes O2, none left…
May 6, 2025
Trauma | Management of Bleeding Wounds and Shock
Management of Bleeding Wounds and Shock BSI Direct Pressure Elevate if extremity Additional dressings Pressure dressing and bandage Pressure to appropriate arterial pressure point Elevate patient’s legs Apply high flow…
May 6, 2025
Medical Legal
What you should know Paramedics operate in a community that exposes them to professional liability and that requires them to have a solid understanding of law and ethics. Failing to…
October 8, 2022