HomeMy WebLinkAboutSOG 203.01O Reviewed 5-2015 Extremity TraumaI. Goal
The goal of this policy is to define the standard of care for any patient presenting with
trauma to the extremities.
II. Protocol
A. Institute protocol "203.01A" for all patients.
B. Assess and document pulse, motor, and sensation before and after splinting.
C. Expose injury area.
D. Cover open wounds with dry sterile dressing.
E. Apply appropriate splint for specific injury.
1. No splints are to be removed from the patient until directed by a physician.
2. When in doubt, splint.
F. Immobilize the joint above and below the injury site.
1. All patients requiring a sling will have a swathe applied also.
2. All patients who have a traction splint applied will be placed on a spine board
for transport.
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Darioush Kavaspour,
Medical Director BEMS/BFRS
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Date Signed