Pediatric Surge Module 1: Trauma

• 2018

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• Denise Klinkner; Michael McGonigal

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The video is an educational segment on pediatric trauma care during mass casualty incidents (MCI). It covers key aspects like anatomical differences, rapid assessment, airway management, fluid resuscitation, and early recognition of shock. The presenters emphasize the importance of recognizing and addressing pediatric-specific challenges, such as airway obstruction due to a large tongue and occiput, lung contusions without external signs, and early signs of volume loss like tachycardia. The video also discusses spinal cord injuries, intravenous access, diagnostic imaging, and preparation for transfer to a pediatric trauma center.

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Focus Areas: Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Recovery; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Pediatrics; Resuscitation; Trauma Centers; Triage; Wounds and Injuries; Airway Management; Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Mass Casualty Incidents; Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders

Institutions: Minnesota Department of Health

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