Trauma Pathway

Initial Assessment & Management

Critical Decisions

• Identify time critical injuries (non-compressible haemorrhage requiring urgent evacuation for surgery
• C-Spine collar is not required for penetrating neck injury unless there are signs of abnormal neurology

Caveats

• Check front and back of casualty
• Bullets and fragments cross cavities

Antibiotics

• Refer to DMS Antibiotic Guidelines in Operational Formulary for further advice