Physician Orders for Multisystem Trauma in the Emergency Department
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This document outlines physician orders for pediatric multisystem trauma in the emergency department. It includes detailed instructions for initial stabilization and management, investigations, fluids, blood products, medications, bleeding/hemostasis, impending cerebral herniation, neurogenic shock, analgesia, sedation, antimicrobial prophylaxis, calcium replacement, and intubation. The order set emphasizes the importance of cardiorespiratory monitoring, glucose monitoring, vital signs assessment, and appropriate fluid resuscitation. It also provides guidance on medication dosages and infusion rates tailored to pediatric patients. The document is structured over three pages and includes space for physician and nurse signatures, patient identification, and allergies.
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