Trauma Care Plan
Written by: [Your Name]
I. Introduction
The purpose of this Trauma Care Plan is to establish standardized protocols for the assessment, treatment, and management of trauma patients within our hospital. By providing clear guidelines, it aims to ensure timely and effective interventions to optimize patient outcomes and reduce mortality rates. This plan also facilitates interdisciplinary communication and continuous quality improvement efforts to enhance the overall quality of trauma care delivery.
II. Patient Information
Patient Name: [Patient's Name]
Date of Birth: [Date of Birth]
Medical Record Number: [MRN]
Next of Kin: [Patient's Next of Kin]
Allergies: [List of allergies]
III. Triage Protocols
A. Initial Assessment
Assess Airway, Breathing, Circulation (ABCs)
Determine Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
Assess for Major Bleeding
B. Triage Categories
Immediate: Severe head injury, unconscious.
Delayed: Compound fracture of the left leg, stable vitals.
Minimal: Minor lacerations, no significant bleeding.
Expectant: Major trauma, unresponsive with no pulse.
IV. Treatment Plan
A. Airway Management
B. Hemorrhage Control
Direct Pressure
Tourniquet Application
Hemostatic Agents
C. Imaging and Diagnostic Tests
X-rays: For suspected fractures.
CT scans: To assess internal injuries.
Ultrasound: For abdominal trauma.
D. Surgical Intervention
E. Pain Management
V. Communication Plan
A. Interdisciplinary Communication
B. Family Communication
C. Documentation
VI. Discharge Planning
A. Follow-up Care
Referral to Orthopedic Specialist for Fracture Follow-up
Post-Discharge Instructions: Rest, Elevate Leg, Pain Management
B. Rehabilitation
VII. Quality Improvement
A. Review and Evaluation
B. Continuous Training
VIII. Emergency Preparedness
A. Mass Casualty Incidents
Plan for Surge Capacity: Activate additional treatment areas.
Coordinate with external emergency response teams, such as local EMS and the fire department.
B. Disaster Drills
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