Trauma Care Manual

Includes Bibliographical references and Index

Introduction The trauma epidemic Trauma resuscitation: an overview Airway management Thoracic trauma Shock Abdominal trauma Head injuries Opthalmic injuries Spinal injuries Facial injuries Musculoskeletal trauma Injuries due to burns and cold Injuries in children Trauma in women Blast and gunshot injury Anaesthesia and analgesia Psychological reactions for trauma Trauma intensive care Patient transfer Triage Trauma scoring.

Dealing with the management of victims of major trauma, this work provides Accident & Emergency personnel with a comprehensive statement of ideal management for the victims of trauma. It also offers statements of best practice as accepted outside the US with a evidence base.