Trauma - C-spine protection - NK
Summary
This teaching session on C-spine trauma is a must-attend for medical professionals. Learn how to assess, treat, and stabilize the C-spine in trauma situations, including with regards to the select populations of infants, children, elderly, lesbian, and inebriated patients. Understand the basics of cervical collar applications – the protocols and postural approaches – and the importance of manual in line stabilization. Gain advice on avoiding the dangers of disrupting spinal motion, and learn the skills needed to provide effective care in your hospital and emergency settings.
Learning objectives
Learning objectives:
- Identify when it is appropriate to use a cervical collar in trauma patients.
- Demonstrate correct placement of a cervical collar on a patient.
- Analyze the various risks when utilizing cervical spine immobilization.
- Identify proper manual in line stabilization techniques for pediatric trauma patients.
- Recognize alternative stabilization techniques for conditions such as elderly population, alcohol intoxication, or patients in shock.
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