General Pediatric Trauma Assessment
General Pediatric Assessment
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Cervical Stabilization
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GCS <8
Glascow Coma
Score
GCS ≥8
Ventilation Management
BVM if O₂ sat is ≤94⁒
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Oxygen Keep SpO₂ >94⁒
No
Palpable
radial pulse?
Yes
Vascular Access
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NS 20 ml/kg bolus
Vascular Access
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Secondary Survey
Suspected tension pneumothorax
Sucking chest wound
Control active Hemorrhage
Obvious fractures
Suspected traumatic brain injury
Open wounds
Needle Thoracentiesis
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Apply 3-sided occlusive dressing
Hemorrhage Control/Tourniquet
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Control/Tourniquet
Immobilize fractures; Assess distal pulse
Raise Head of bed 30°
Capnography-ETCO₂ 35mmHg
Cover with gauze; Wet trauma
dressing for abdominal evisceration
Pain Management
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Transport & Radio Contact to
appropriate Trauma Center
based on TFTC
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Transport Criteria