Managing an Open Chest Wound To demonstrate the proper management of an open chest wound.
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Skill
CPI
Determines scene is safe
Introduces self, obtains permission to help/treat.
Script
"Hi, my name is … and I'm with the ski patrol. Is it alright if I examine you and see what we can do to help you out?"
Initiates Standard Precautions
Related
Stabilizes the cervical spine if injury is trauma induced.
Exposes the chest
Palpates entire chest checking for tenderness/deformities
Applies an occlusive dressing and tape according to local protocol if sucking chest wonds is present.
Applies high flow oxygen via nonbreather
Treats for shock and maintains body temperature
Loads patient onto long spine board
Readjusts occlusive dressing tape according to local protocol.
Transports patient and transfers to EMS personnel.
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