Blast Injuries: Prehospital Care

• 2009

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This fact sheet describes how prehospital care is crucial during terrorist bombings, which can cause many injuries. It highlights the need for EMS systems to recognize hazards, communicate effectively, and triage patients quickly. Challenges include dangerous blast sites and inconsistent triage methods. It suggests standardizing local processes due to the lack of a national system. Effective management requires preparation, collaboration between agencies, and training in recognizing blast injuries. The goal is to ensure that severely injured victims reach trauma centers with the necessary resources for treatment.


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Focus Area: Violence

Audience: EMS Clinicians

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

Keywords: Blast Injuries; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Trauma Centers; Triage; Mass Casualty Incidents

Institutions: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS); Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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