Critically evaluate the aspects of communication and collaborative working required on the scene of a traumatic incident and recognize the inter professional boundaries and roles at the scene of an incident.
Demonstrate an ability to apply the underlying concepts and principles of risk assessment, safety and management of a high risk environment or accident scene.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of established techniques for the history, assessment and examination of a patient involved in a traumatic incident.
• Discuss data/info gathering techniques for the trauma patient.
• Discuss specific assessment techniques and why/how they are performed.
• Discuss diagnostic tests (inc specific questions) pertinent to the patient presentation
Discuss clinical reasoning and decision-making processes in arriving at a working diagnosis. For your chosen patient.
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the relevant anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology relating to the trauma patient to include mechanism of injury and the laws governing physical or movement forces
• Critically analyse the mechanism of injury and forces the patient has been subjected to.
• Include thorough explanation of the underlying pathophysiological processes occurring to explain the working diagnosis.
• Include detailed explanation and understanding of the underlying pathophysiological processes occurring to produce the signs and symptoms the patient presents
Critically evaluate the evidence-based management strategies advocated for a range of traumatic conditions and demonstrate an ability to select the appropriate treatment plan.
• Critically evaluate the evidence-base of treatment options and management strategies for the patient and working diagnosis.
• Also consider a critical discussion on cervical spine and shock in trauma management strategies.
• Discuss the decision-making process in choosing a management plan appropriate for the patient
