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    Advanced Life SupportTreatment Protocol

    St. Mary Medical Center

    EMS Program_________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________John P. Mulligan, M.D. Robert Boby, R.N.

    EMS Medical Director EMS Coordinator

    Revision #12 (02/21/13)

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    St. Mary Medical Center ALS Protocol

    Table of Contents

    Medical

    Code Description

    1 Routine Patient Care

    2 Radio Report

    3 Accelerated Transport

    4 Refusal of Services

    5 DNR Orders, Out of Hospital

    6 Hazmat Response

    7 Mass Casualty Response

    8 Abdominal Emergencies

    9 Pain Management10 Suspected Cardiac Patient

    11 Pulmonary Edema

    12 Cardiogenic Shock

    13 PVCs

    14 Asystole

    15 VF/Pulseless VT

    16 Bradycardia

    17 Tachycardia

    18 PEA

    19 Airway Obstruction20 Asthma/COPD

    21 Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis

    22 Diabetic Emergencies

    23 Drug Overdose

    24 Coma

    25 Seizures

    26 Stroke Brain Attack

    27 Near Drowning

    28 Cold Emergencies

    29 Heat Emergencies

    Code Description

    30 Psychological Emergencies

    31 Implanted defibrillator

    32 Medication Assisted Intubation

    33 Hypertensive Crisis

    39 Poison/Toxin Emergencies

    Trauma

    Code Description

    40 Routine Trauma Care

    41 Suspected SCI

    42 Hemorrhagic Shock

    43 Head Trauma

    44 Amputated parts

    45 Burns

    46 Chest Trauma

    47 Trauma in Pregnancy

    48 Trauma Arrest

    49 Ophthalmic Emergencies

    OB

    Code Description

    50 Emergency Childbirth

    51 Maternal Care

    52 Newborn Care

    53 Prolapsed Cord

    54 Breech Birth

    55 Pre-Eclampsia

    56 Third Trimester Bleeding

    57

    58

    59

    Pediatric

    Code Description

    60 Pediatric Bradycardia

    61 Pediatric VF/Pulseless VT

    62 Pediatric PEA

    63 Pediatric Asystole

    64 Pediatric Diabetic Emergencies65 Pediatric Seizures

    66 Pediatric Respiratory Distress

    67 Pediatric Allergic Anaphylactic

    Reaction

    68 Pediatric Narrow Tachycardia

    69 Pediatric Wide Tachycardia

    70 Pediatric Altered Level of

    Consciousness71 Pediatric Airway Obstruction

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    St. Mary Medical Center ALS Protocol

    Revision Sheet

    Revision Date Codes Amended System Approval Medical Director Approval Comments

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    Code 1

    Routine Medical Care

    1. Perform Scene Survey and ensure the safety of all personnel.2. Reassure patient, provide comfort, and loosen tight clothing.3. Place patient in position of comfort.4. Assess and maintain ABCs.5. Supplemental oxygen at 2-6 L/min nasal cannula

    10-15 L/min mask

    6. Perform EKG And perform 12-lead if indicated7. Obtain IV access if appropriate, Attempt x 2-3. See IV Access Appendix.8. Contact receiving hospital as soon as patients condition permits.

    Transmit assessment information. Contact supervising hospital as needed.

    9. Recheck vitals every 15 minutes for stable patients and every 5 minutes for unstablepatients and record on the run form with proper times noted.

    10. Transport to the closest most appropriate hospital.11. If medical direction is ever needed you may speak to a St. Mary Medical Center ER

    Physician at (219) 947-6232.

    Note: In a combative or uncooperative patient, the requirement to initiate routine patient care,

    as written, may be altered or waived in favor of rapidly transporting the patient for definitive

    care. Document the patients actions or behaviors which interfered with the performance ofany assessments and/or interventions.

    SAMPLE HISTORYS= Signs & SymptomA= Allergies

    M= Medications

    P = Past History

    L= Last Oral Intake

    E= Events Leading To

    Incident or Illness

    Trauma AssessmentD= Deformity

    C= Contusions

    A= Abrasions

    P= Puncture

    B= Burns

    T= Tenderness

    L= Lacerations

    S= Swelling

    Medical AssessmentO= Onset

    P= Precipitating

    Q= Quality

    R= Radiating

    S= Severity

    T= Time

    Level of Consciousness

    A= ALERT

    V= VERBAL STIMULI

    P= PAINFUL STIMULI

    U= UNRESPONSIVE

    * Nausea/Vomiting

    If no contraindications

    are present, may

    administer a one time

    dose of zofran 4mg IV

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    Code 2

    Radio Re ort

    Outline for Radio Report(Transmitting as few words as possible)

    1. Name and unit number of provider.2. ALS or BLS designation3. Age, Sex, and approximate weight of patient.4. Chief complaint, to include symptoms and degree of distress.5. Level of consciousness, orientation.6. Vital signs (include pain scale)7. Clinical condition: Focused and detailed patient assessment findings (only pertinent +/- findings)8. History of present illness/injury.9. History: allergies, medications, past history, last oral intake, events surrounding incident.10. Treatment rendered and response.11. Destination and ETA

    Trauma

    1. Name and unit number of provider.2. Age, Sex, and mechanism of injury.3. Chief complaint, to include symptoms and degree of distress.4. Level of consciousness, orientation.5. Vital signs (include pain scale)6. Focused and detailed patient assessment findings (only pertinent +/- findings)7. Medical history: allergies, medications, past history, last oral intake, events surrounding incident.8. Treatment rendered and response.9. Destination and ETA.

    Mass Casualty Incident

    1. Name and unit number of provider.2. Approximate number of victims and approximate triage levels: green, yellow, red, black.3. Mechanism of injury.4. Report any scene hazards.5. Medical communication should utilize the IHERN radio frequency unless otherwise specified by

    local plans.

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    Code 3

    Accelerated Trans ort

    Certain situations require treatment within minutes. These situations occur when a problem is discovered in the primary

    survey that cannot be rapidly resolved by field intervention. Only airway and spinal immobilization should be managed prior totransport. Further efforts at stabilization should be performed en route and should not delay transport.

    If circumstances demand hospital care for patient stability, rapid transport is indicated. Each case will be unique and

    compelling reasons must be documented. Notify receiving hospital of the situation so that preparations can be made. Primary

    resuscitative measures must be initiated. Contact receiving hospital/medical control ASAP.

    Examples include, but are not limited to:

    Inability to secure airway Severe head trauma Profound shock Respiratory failure Penetrating wounds to chest, neck, abdomen Trauma arrest Pediatric arrest

    Trauma Transports

    Consider transporting to the nearest appropriate Trauma Center (Within a 45 minute transport time) whenyour patient meets these criteria:

    They fall under Level I or II under the CDC 2011 Field Triage Guidelines. (See ALS Appendicies)

    A thorough assessment determines that your patient is stable enough to endure a 45 minute transport time.

    The EMS personnel can be reasonably certain that the transport time will take no longer than 45 minutes

    taking into account weather conditions, traffic problems, construction, etc.

    If any of the above conditions are not met, then transport to the closest appropriate Emergency Department.

    If any questions arise, contact Medical Control.

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    Code 4

    Refusal of Services

    Begin evaluation and care

    The patient refuses care

    Altered Mental Status

    (i.e., alcohol, drugs, head trauma,

    mental retardation, etc.)

    If No, Age >18 years, (unless

    emancipated or parent or guardian

    present)

    Altered medical decision capacity?

    If yes, Deny refusal and refer to

    appropriate SOP

    1. Document situation in all cases of refusal and contact medical control as needed.2. List the presence or absence of factors that enable refusal.3. For refusals, initiate a refusal form. Obtain a full set of vital signs, if patient refuses, document the refusal.4. List the consequences of refusal and have each refusing patient or guardian sign.5. Each refusing patient should be evaluated and each should sign a refusal form.6. If a patient wishes to refuse, and yet will not sign the refusal form, document the situation on the EMS report

    form.

    7. All personnel who witness the event should sign the EMS report form.8. Patients signature should be witnessed by family, friends, police,(EMS personnel when no one else is available).9. For minors, attempt to contact parents or adult caregiver to inform them of situation. Obtain phone consent of

    refusal and document who you spoke with.

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    General Guidelines:

    -Provide comfort care and compassion for the patient.

    - Treat acute airway obstruction, even if intubation is required.

    - Treat problems not specifically listed (i.e., atropine for symptomatic

    Bradycardia with

    Code 5

    DNR, Out of Hospital

    DNR

    Identify Patient

    Identify Valid DNR

    Orders

    Revocation of a Valid

    DNR Order

    Care Instructions

    Cause of action prescribed by a physician to withhold resuscitation measures on a

    victim of cardiac arrest.

    - Pre-hospital personnel must make a reasonable attempt to verify the

    identification

    of the patient named in a valid DNR Order.

    - Patient should be a resident of a long-term care facility; hospice patient;

    home

    care patient; or inter-hospital transfer.

    - Must contain the following information:

    1) State form #49559 (Indiana State Form)2) Patients name and signature (or legal representative)3) Name and signature of attending physician4) Effective Date5) Signature of witnesses- The patient, physician who signed the DNR Order, or the consenting party to

    the DNR

    Transport

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    Code 6

    Hazardous Materials

    Scene survey: Ensure scene safety

    Request additional resources

    Isolate scene, Notify Medical Control and receiving hospital ASAP

    Identify hazard (DOT Emergency Response Guide)

    Product Name, U.N. number, STML number, MSDS, Container Type

    Maintain Airway, Administer 100%

    oxygen

    IV Normal Saline TKO

    Cardiac Monitoring

    Treat per SOP:

    Shock, Arrhythmias, PulmonaryEdema, Seizures, Burns, Hypothermia

    Unconsciousness, Wheezing

    If indicated, flush skin with copious amounts of water

    Other Treatment: per Medical Control

    Transport

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    Code 7

    Mass Casualt Incident Res onse

    Basic IMS Structure

    Incident Command

    Safety Officer

    Medical Command

    Treatment StagingTriage Supply Transport

    With this format, resources can be managed for any size incident, large or small. Medical communication should

    utilize the IHERN Radio frequency, unless otherwise specified by local plans.

    The use of the S.T.A.R.T. triage system wi ll help maintain the continuity of care and control of every victim,injured or uninjured. Every victim will be placed into one of the four Triage categories listed below with

    necessary information completed on the corresponding Triage tags.

    Green Yellow Red Black

    Minor Injuries

    Uninjured

    BurnsFractures

    Non-life Threats

    Multi-SystemTrauma

    Head Injuries

    Chest TraumaLife-Threats

    Dead PatientsNon-salvageable

    Patients

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    Code 8

    Abdominal

    Routine Patient Care

    Position Patient for Comfort

    Assess Pain Level

    Administer 0.9% Normal Saline Bolus

    250-500cc

    I f nausea and vomiting occur and no

    contraindications are present, may

    administer 4mg Zofran IV

    Monitor patient conditionIf continued pain and SBP greater than 100mmHg,

    may administer morphine 2-4 mg IV

    Transport

    * Analgesic AlternativePatients with right flank pain and

    history of kidney stones with nocontraindications mayreceive

    Toradol 30mg IV.

    If unsure, contact medical control

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    Code 9

    Pain Management

    Routine Patient Care

    Position Patient for Comfort

    Assess Pain Level (0-10)Appropriate splinting, ice, positioning

    Indications

    1. Extremity injury (including hip and shoulder injury)2. Back or flank pain3. Burns4. Chest Pain5. Crush Injuries6. Minor Traumatic Injuries

    CONTACT MEDICAL CONTROL FOR OTHER

    INDICATIONS OR UNSURE OF DOSAGE

    Contraindications

    Contact Medical Control prior to administration of pain medication if any of the

    following are observed:1. Altered level of consciousness, any etiology

    2. Hypotension, auscultated BP less than 90 mmHG

    3. Respiratory compromise, hypoxemia4. Mechanism of injury meeting multi-system trauma criteria

    5. Pregnancy

    6. Known allergy or hypersensitivity to pain medication

    7. Toradol may only be given to patients 15-70 years old, no renal/dialysis patients,

    no diabetics, no NSAID/ASA allergies.

    May administer:

    1. Toradol 30 mg IV2. Morphine Sulfate 2-4 mg slow IV / IO every five (5) minutes until pain

    resolved, or to a total of 10mg in adults. Burn patients up to a maximum of

    20 mg.

    OR

    Fentanyl 25-50 mcg slow IV / IO with 1 repeat dosage

    3. May administer MORPHINE SULFATE 5 10 mg IM or FENTANYL 50-100mcg IM if unable to establish IV.

    4. Weight based dosing of morphine is 0.1 mg/kg IV for patients

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    Consider medical controlcontact (for Nitro order

    and/or MS orders)

    Code 10

    Suspected Cardiac Patient(Based on chest pain or equivalent)

    Routine Medical Care

    SBP < 90 mmHg SBP > 90mm Hg

    Nitroglycerine 0.4mg SL or spray

    May repeat X2. (if no IV, considerhospital contact prior to

    administration).

    Transport

    Repeat Vital Signs

    Note:

    Contraindications to ASA would include ASA allergy,

    Asthma, active bleeding or inability to swallow.

    Thrombolytic Checklist

    Clinical Presentation

    Y N Chest Pain

    Y N Unrelieved with Ntg x3

    Y N Last > 30 Minutes

    Contraindications to Thrombolytics

    Y N History of CVA or TIA (6mo)

    Y N Active Internal Bleeding

    Y N Hx of Bleeding Disorders

    Y N Uncontrolled HypertensionY N Intracranial or Intraspinal surgery past 2 months

    Y N Intracranial or Intraspinal neoplasm, AVM or aneurysm

    Y N Hx Trauma or Surgery Within 2 weeks

    Y N PregnancyY N Previous Thrombolytic Use

    Y N Recent (1 month) Head Trauma

    Y N Suspected aortic dissectionY N Suspected Pericarditis

    4 baby ASA (324MG) chew

    and swallow

    Transport

    MS 2mg slow IV to a maximum of 10

    mg for chest pain as needed. UseNarcan 2 mg IV to reverse effect if

    necessary. Repeat vitals after q 2 mg

    4 baby ASA (324MG) chew and

    swallow unless contraindicated

    12-lead

    12-lead

    If 12 lead EKG is positive for

    STEMI, notify receiving hospital ofa Cardiac Alert

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    Code 11

    Pulmonary Edema

    Routine Medical Care

    SBP100mm Hg

    Lasix40mg IV push

    (may double home dose up to 80mg)

    Refer to Cardiogenic Shock Code 12with limited fluid bolus of 200ml NS

    TransportNitroglycerine 1.2mg SL

    or spray.

    May repeat every 5

    minutes X2. If no IV,

    consider hospital contact

    Administer Morphine

    2-4mg increments to a maximum

    of 10 mg IV Push

    Contact Medical Control for

    additional medication

    Transport

    * Consider initiating the use of

    CPAP with patients in respiratory

    distress associated with pulmonary

    edema. If CPAP does not improve

    patient condition consider

    intubation as per protocol.

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    Code 12

    Cardio enic Shock

    Routine Medical Care

    SBP < 100mm Hgwithout Dysrhythmias

    SBP > 100mm Hgwith Dysrhythmias

    Transport ASAP Treat underlying dysrhythmia and

    transport ASAP

    IV NS fluid challenge in200ml increments up to

    1000ml (if lungs are

    clear)

    SBP > 100mm Hg

    YES NO

    Continue Routine

    Medical Care and Rapid

    Transport

    Dopamine drip at5-20mcg/kg/min titrate

    to maintain SBP >

    100mm Hg

    Continue Routine MedicalCare and Rapid Transport

    Dopamine Drip Chart

    400mg/250ml D5W

    Starting Drip Rate (5mcg/kg/min)

    WeightLb Kg Hypotension

    88 40 8gtts/min

    99 45 8 gtts/min

    110 50 9gtts/min

    154 70 13gtts/min

    176 80 15gtts/min

    198 90 17gtts/min

    209 95 18gtts/min220 100 19gtts/min

    253 115 22gtts/min

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    Code 13

    Premature Ventricular Contractions

    Do not treat PVCs unless directed by medical control.

    See VT protocol if necessary

    Routine Medical Care

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    Code 14

    *may give double the dose via ETT

    As stole

    Assess and Maintain CABs

    Begin CPR within 10 seconds of finding pulses absent

    EKG Monitor(Confirm asystole in 2 leads)

    Intubate & ventilate with 100%

    Oxygen

    Establish IV/IO access

    Consider possible

    causes and treatments:

    **Administer Epinephrine 1:10,000*1mg IVP/IO

    May repeat every 3-5 minutes

    Consider Sodium Bicarb Administration0.5-1.0mEq/kg IVP/IO for extended down

    time

    Transport

    Possible Causes & Management:

    Hypoxia:

    Confirm ET tube placement

    Pre-oxygenate with 100% Oxygen

    Hypovolemia:Administer IV/IO bolus 20ml/kg

    Tension Pneumothorax:

    Perform needle decompression

    Overdose:

    Administer Naloxone 2mg IV/IO push

    Consider D50if hypoglycemic

    Electrolyte imbalance (Dialysis Patient):

    Consider CaCl 10ml IV/IO push

    Consider Sodium Bicarb 0.5-1.0mEq/kg IVP/IO

    Consider D50 if hypoglycemic

    Consider Magnesium Sulfate 12 gm IVP/IO

    Acidosis:

    Confirm adequate airway tube placementPre-oxygenate with 100% Oxygen

    Consider Sodium Bicarb 0.5-1.0mEq/kg IVP/IO

    Hypothermia:

    Passive rewarming

    Active rewarming

    *IO insertion may be consideredif no other IV access is available

    *May give 1 dose of vasopressin 40 UIV/IO to replace first or second dose of

    epinephrine.

    ROSC? Induce Hypothermia

    (See Appendices)

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    Consider Magnesium Sulfate (see insert)

    Code 15

    Ventricular Fibrillation / Pulseless V-Tach

    Assess and maintain CABs

    Begin CPR within 10 seconds of finding pulses absentdefibrillate at maximum joules

    (360j monophasic) or biphasic (200j)

    resume CPR immediately

    Rh thm after first 5 c cles of CPR?

    Persistent VF/VT Return of Spontaneous

    Circulation

    PEA

    Refer to Code 18

    Asystole

    Refer to Code 14

    CPR, Intubate, IV

    Defibrillate at maximum joules

    Epinephrine(1:10,000) 1mg IVP/IO

    or 2mg ETT *(see insert)

    Repeat every 3-5 minutes

    Consider an Anti-arrhythmic:

    Consider Amiodarone bolus: 300mg IV/IO

    Repeat Amiodarone @ 150mg IV/IO

    OR

    Lidocaine 1-1.5mg/kg IVP/IO

    Repeat Lidocaine @ .5 1.5mg/kg

    Continue drug-shock-drug-shock sequence

    Routine Medical

    Care

    Lidocaine 1-1.5mg/kg IVP/IO

    Begin Lidocaine drip at

    2mg/min

    Transport

    Lidocaine Drip: (premixed) (2 gm/500ml)

    60 gtt tubing =

    Drops/min = 15 30 45 60

    mg/min = 1 2 3 4

    Titrate to effect

    Magnesium Sulfate: dilute 1gm in 10ml NS. Give

    slow IVP/IO or dilute 1gm in 100ml NS and give

    rapid IV drip.

    *May give 1 dose of vasopressin 40 U IV/IO to

    replace first or second dose of epinephrine.

    *IO insertion may be considered

    if no other IV access is available

    Consider Calcium Chloride if dialysis patient.

    Consider Sodium Bicarb Administration0.5-1.0mEq/kg IVP/IO

    Induce Hypothermia

    (See Appendices)

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    Code 16

    Bradycardias

    Routine Medical Care

    Protocol

    Hemodynamically Unstable Patient

    (Signs of hypoperfusion or altered

    mental status)

    Administer Atropine 0.5-1.0mgIV/IO*

    May repeat every 3-5 min

    (max dose 0.04mg/kg or 3.0 mg total)

    Consider External Pacing at rate

    of 70, increase mA until capture.

    May sedate if conscious,

    Administer Versed 2.5 5 mg IV or

    Diazepam 2-10mg slow IV

    (Contact medical control foradditional sedation

    Consider Dopamine 5mcg/kg/min

    IV/IO Drip

    (See chart)

    to maintain SPB > 100mm Hg

    Transport

    Hemodynamically Stable Patient

    Continue monitoring

    Transport

    Note:

    1. Signs of hypoperfusion include: severe chest pain, severe SOB, SBP < 100mm Hg,diaphoresis, altered mental status.

    2. Do Not delay transcutaneous pacer while awaiting IV/IO access or for Atropine to takeeffect if patient is symptomatic.

    3. Do not give Lidocaine to patients with AV blocks, idoventricular rhythm, or severehypoperfusion.

    Dopamine Drip Chart400mg/250ml D5W

    Starting Drip Rate (5mcg/kg/min)

    Weight

    Lb Kg Hypotension

    88 40 8gtts/min

    99 45 8 gtts/min

    110 50 9gtts/min

    154 70 13gtts/min176 80 15gtts/min

    198 90 17gtts/min

    209 95 18gtts/min220 100 19gtts/min

    253 115 22gtts/min

    *May double-dose via ETT

    *IO insertion may be considered

    if no other IV access is available

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    Code 17

    Tachycardias (with pulse)

    (of Cardiac Origin)

    Routine Medical Care Protocol

    Consider non-cardiac causes and treatment

    Stable

    Patient is alert, without any signs of

    hypoperfusion

    Unstable

    (signs of hypoperfusion)

    Narrow Complex*

    ( RS 0.12 sec)

    Vagal Maneuvers x 2Lidocaine 1.5mg/kg

    Lidocaine 0.75mg/kg

    Supraventicular tachycardiaAdenosine (Adenocard) 6mg Rapid IVP

    Followed by 12mg Rapid IVP

    May Repeat x1.

    If no result, consider cardizem.

    Continue Routine Medical Care and Transport

    Consider sedation with Versed

    2.5 5 mg slow IV or

    Diazepam (Valium) 2-10 mg slow IV

    (if conscious)

    Synchronized Cardioversion @ 100J

    (no response-200J)

    (no reponse-360J)(or bi hasic e uivalent

    Wide Complex

    Lidocaine 1.5mg/kg

    SynchronizedCardioversion @ 360J

    Or biphasic equivalent

    Narrow Complex

    Contact MedicalControl

    Accelerated

    Transport

    Note:

    1. Signs of hypoperfusion: severe chestpain, severe SOB, SBP.12sec.

    At Discretion of Physician or Radio Nurse:Adenosine (Adenocard) for children < 15 yrs. 0.05mg/kg may be increased to 0.1mg and

    0.15mg/kg maximum 12mg/dose. Bolus 5-20ml saline.

    Cardioversion for children < 15 yrs., 0.5J/kg up to 1.0J/kg

    Fluid Bolus for Hypotension.

    For uncontrolled SVT, atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter

    administer Cardizem (diltiazem)

    0.25mg/kg initial and 0.35 mg/kg for the repeat, with a max

    dose of 20mg and 25mg respectively

    *0.12 seconds = 3 small boxes

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    Code 18

    Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)

    Assess and maintain CABs

    Begin CPR within 10 seconds of finding pulses absent

    Intubate and Ventilate with 100% Oxygen

    Apply and interpret EKG

    Establish IV Access

    Apply Pulse Oximetry (if available)

    Consider Causes and Treatment

    Administer **

    Epinephrine 1:10,000

    1mg IV/IO Push or 2 mgETT

    May repeat every 3-5 min

    Monitor Patient Condition Initiate

    Transport

    Contact Medical Control

    Causes and Management:

    Hypoxia:

    Confirm ET tube placement

    Hyperventilate with 100% Oxygen

    Hypovolemia:

    Administer IV/IO Bolus 20ml/kg

    Repeat as needed

    Tension Pneumothorax:

    Perform Needle Decompression

    Overdose:Refer to Code 23

    Electrolyte imbalance (Dialysis Patient):Consider Calcium Chloride 10ml IV/IO Push

    slowly

    Consider Sodium Bicarb 1-2mEq/kg IV/IOConsider D50if hypoglycemic

    Consider Magnesium Sulfate 1 gm IVP/IO

    Acidosis:

    Hyperventilate with 100% oxygen

    Consider Sodium Bicarb 1-2mEq/kg IV/IO

    Hypothermia:

    Passively rewarm

    Actively rewarm

    *IO insertion may be considered

    if no other IV access is available

    ***May give 1 dose of vasopressin

    40 U IV/IO to replace first or

    second dose of epinephrine.

    ROSC? Induce Hypothermia

    (See Appendices)

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    Code 19

    Airwa

    Assess and Maintain ABCs

    Conscious Patient

    (Unable to Speak)

    Unconscious Patient

    Position Patient Supine

    Perform 5 Chest Thrusts

    Clear Airway &Ventilate

    Repeat if NecessaryPerform Heimlich Maneuver

    Provide support for patient

    Cleared Obstructed

    Administer

    supplemental

    oxygenRe-assess

    Patient Condition

    Repeat Heimlich or

    Abdominal Thrusts

    Clear Airway & Attempt

    Ventilation

    Initiate Transport

    Contact Medical Control

    Monitor Patient Condition

    If still obstructed refer to

    unconscious patient

    Remains Obstructed

    Attempt to visualize obstruction &

    remove with Magill forceps

    Ventilate with 100% Oxygen

    Remains Obstructed

    Consider appropriate

    Cricothyroidotomy procedure

    Assess & Maintain Airway

    If still unable to ventilate, intubate

    and pass tube pushing foreign body

    into right mainstem bronchus, then

    pull back tube and ventilate left lung

    Transport STAT

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    Code 20

    Asthma/COPD with Wheezing

    Routine Medical Care *Prepare and initiate Transport

    Begin Albuterol (2.5mg) Nebulizer Treatment(May repeat times 3)

    For severe cases consider adding a one time

    dose of 0.5 mg Atrovent to the albuterol

    nebulizer treatment.

    Patient Improving?

    Yes No

    Monitor Patient Continue

    Transport

    Transport

    Consider administration of 125mg

    Solumedrol IV Push for continued

    dyspnea, if taking Prednisone p.o. or

    Cortisone Inhalers

    *Do not withhold oxygen to COPD patients in acute, severe distress. Be prepared to

    support patients respirations or intubate, if necessary.

    If patient < 50 years old

    and Pulse < 150

    and no history of heart diseaseand patient not having chest pain

    Administer Epinephrine 1:1,000

    0.1mg - 0.3mg SQ or IM

    * Consider initiating the use of

    CPAP with conscious patients inrespiratory distress. If CPAP

    does not improve patient

    condition consider intubation as

    per protocol.

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    Code 21

    Allergic Reaction/Anaphylactic Shock

    ABCs

    Routine Medical Care

    Remove insult

    Cryotherapy to bite, sting

    Mild

    Local reaction onlyLocal redness, itching etc.

    Alert, oriented, normo-tensive

    SevereAny respiratory distress, severe allergic symptoms, altered

    level of consciousness, hypotensive

    Transport

    Cool packs to site

    (if not contraindicated)

    Moderate

    Generalized itching, hives etc.

    Mild respiratory signs/symptoms

    normotensive

    Benadryl

    25-50 mg slow IVP

    Epinephrine (1:1,000)

    0.3-0.5 ml subQ or IMor

    Epi-pen

    If wheezing or respiratory

    symptoms, Albuterol Nebulizer

    May add .5mg atrovent x1

    Transport ASAP

    If severely compromised, attempt intubation. Ifunsuccessful: appropriate cricothyroidotomy procedure

    IV wide open

    If IV present:

    Epi (1:10,000): 0.5mg slow IVP. May repeat in 3-5min.If no IV present:

    Epi pen or Epi 1:1000 subQ (0.5ml) or IM or

    Benadryl 25-50 mg IVP (may give IM if no IV)

    Albuterol/Atrovent

    Nebulizer

    (if able)

    Dopamine drip

    Transport STAT

    Dopamine Drip Chart

    400mg/250ml D5WStarting Drip Rate (5mcg/kg/min)

    Weight

    Lb Kg Hypotension88 40 8gtts/min

    99 45 8 gtts/min

    110 50 9gtts/min

    154 70 13gtts/min

    176 80 15gtts/min

    198 90 17gtts/min

    209 95 18gtts/min

    220 100 19gtts/min

    253 115 22gtts/min

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    Code 22

    Diabetic Emer encies

    Routine Medical Care

    Obtain Random Blood Sugar*

    Blood Sugar 180mg/dl

    Signs & Symptoms of ketoacidosis

    Administer 50% Dextrose 50ml IVP (slow)

    or

    Administer Glucagon 1mg IM

    (if unable to establish IV access)

    If no response, may repeat

    50% Dextrose 50ml IVP

    Monitor Patient Condition

    Recheck blood sugar

    Transport

    Administer 250ml IV Bolus

    of NS

    If lungs remain clear, repeat 250ml bolus

    Monitor Patient Condition

    Transport

    Note to Pre-hospital Personnel:

    If after treatment, patient is awake, alert, and

    competent, and refuses transport, contact medical

    control for assistance*If unable to obtain blood sugar in an unconscious,

    known diabetic, administer 50% dextrose IV or

    GlucagonIM.

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    Code 23

    Dru Overdose

    Routine Medical Care

    Obtain Random Blood Sugar

    Treat per suspected overdose:

    Narcotic: (Respiratory depression, pinpoint pupils)Narcan (Naloxone): 2mg IVP to a maximum of 6mg

    Cyclic: (wide QRS, hypoperfusion)

    IV wide open

    Sodium Bicarbonate: 1mEq/kg IVP

    Beta/Calcium Channel Blockers (Bradycardia, hypoperfusion): Glucagon 1mg slow IVP. May repeat X 1

    For known meth-amphetamine type overdose, i.e. Bath Salts,: Consider ativan 1-2 mg IV/IM for extreme agitation.

    Call medical control for any additional orders.

    Narcotic or Synthetic Narcotic: Morphine, Demerol, Heroin, Methadone, Codeine, Fentanyl, Vicodin,Hydrocodone, Dilaudid, Darvon.

    Tricyclic antidepressants include: Elavil, Amtiriptyline, Triavil, Norpramine, Tofranil, Pamelor, Sinequan,

    Ludiomil, Desyrel, Clomipramine (Anafranil), Endep, Doxepine (Sinequan),

    Imipramine, Trimipramine (Surmontil), Amoxapine (Ascendin), Despramine

    (Norpramin), Nortriptyline, Aventyl, Protriptyline (Vivactil).

    Benzodiazepines: Halcion, Ativan, Centrax, Doral, Restoril, Versed, Valium, Xanax, Librium,

    Klonopin, Dalmane, Rophynol.

    Beta-Blocker: Enderal, Corgard, Lopressor, Atenolol, Labetalol, Propanolol,

    Calcium Channel Blocker: Cardizem, Procardia, Calan/Verapamil/Isoptin/Adalat, Diltiazem

    Code 22 for diabetic

    emergencies

    Manage ABCs

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    Code 24

    Coma (No History of Trauma)

    Routine Medical Care

    Assess Level of Consciousness

    Glasgow Coma Scale

    AVPU Scale

    Wave ONE broken Ammonia

    Capsule under patients nose

    Note Response

    Obtain Random Blood Sugar

    Consider Naloxone (Narcan) 2mg IVP Slowly

    Monitor Patient Condition

    Secure Patient Using Spinal Precautions(if indicated)

    Protect airway.

    Transport

    If Diabetic Emergency

    Refer to Code 22

    Identify Possible

    Causes:

    A = Alcohol

    E = Endocrine

    I = InsulinO = Oxygen/Opiates

    U = Uremia, Renal

    T = Trauma

    I = Infection

    P = Psychiatric

    S = Space occupying

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    Code 25

    Seizures

    Routine Medical Care

    Protect patient from injury

    Protect Airway

    Obtain Random Blood Sugar

    If seizure activity last > 2-3 minutesAtivan 1-2mg IVP Slowly

    May give Ativan 2 mg IM if unable to obtain IV

    Monitor respiratory status closely and be

    prepared to support patient

    Observe patients sensorium during

    postictal period. Note any injuries

    incurred and/or incontinence

    Transport

    Treat as per Code 22 if

    Hypoglycemic

    If allergic to ativan may administervalium 2-10mg IV

    (titrate to end seizure activity)

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    Code 26

    Stroke/ Brain Attack

    Routine Medical Care

    100% Oxygen

    Limit scene time

    Obtain stroke time of onset

    Random blood glucose

    treat per protocol

    Monitor respiratory status closely

    and be prepared to support patient

    Perform Pre-hospital Stroke Scale

    Transport Family member with

    patient to hospital if possible

    Notify Receiving Hospital of Stroke Alert i f Pre-

    hospital stroke scale is positive

    Pre-hospital Stroke Screen

    1. Facial Droop (ask patient to show teeth or smile).Normal-(Both sides of face move equally well).

    Abnormal-(one side doesnt move as well as other).

    2. Arm driftNormal-Both arms remain steady

    Abnormal-(one arm doesnt move at all or drifts

    down as compared to other arm).

    3. Speech (Have the patient say, Its a sunny day atSuperior).

    Normal-Clear speech

    Abnormal-(patient slurs words, says wrong words,unable to speak).

    4. Glucose level5. Symptom duration6. Hx seizures?7. Anticoagulant therapy? (Coumadin, Ticlid)

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    Code 27

    Near Drownin

    Initial Trauma Care(C-spine precautions as indicated)

    100% OxygenEstablish and maintain airway

    Intubate if Necessary

    Remove wet clothingConsider hypothermia

    Awake, alert, or semiconscious withpurposeful response to pain, normal

    respirations and pupil response

    Comatose, unresponsive to verbalstimuli, abnormal response to pain,

    abnormal respirations or pupil

    response

    TransportBegin CPR if indicated

    Hypothermic

    See Cold EmergenciesCode 28

    Transport

    Normothermic

    Treat dysrhythmias perappropriate SOP

    Transport

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    Code 28

    Cold Emer encies

    Move Patient to a warm environment

    as soon as possible

    Frostbite Severe HypothermiaSystemic Hypothermia

    Mild/Moderate 95-90F (35-32C):

    Conscious or altered sensorium

    with shivering

    Oxygen 10-15L/mask

    IV NS TKO

    Re-warm patient

    Place patient in a warm

    environment.

    Remove wet clothing.Apply hot packs wrapped in towels

    to axilla, groin, neck, thorax.

    Wrap patient in blankets.

    Transport ASAP

    Rapidly warm frozen area with tepid

    water (105F)

    Hands or hotpacks wrapped intowels may be used. DO NOT RUB.

    Do not thaw if there is a chance of

    refreezing.

    -Handle skin like a burn

    -Protect with light sterile dressings.

    -Do not let skin rub on skin (between

    fingers or toes.

    Cover with warm blankets and

    prevent re-exposure.

    Transport

    90F or less (

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    Code 29

    Heat Emergencies

    Move patient to a cool environment

    Initial Medical Care

    Heat Cramps or Tetany

    (IV may not be necessary)

    Allow for oral intake of water or electrolyte replacement

    fluids

    Do not massage cramped muscles

    Transport

    Heat Stroke

    100% 02Manage Airway

    IV NS boluses (200ml) up to1000ml -or-

    SBP>100

    (check lungs after each bolus)

    Heat Exhaustion or Syncope

    IV NS rapid rate

    Place patient in supine position with feet

    elevated Trendelenberg

    Remove as much clothing as possible to

    facilitate cooling

    Transport

    Seizure precautions(Code 25 if seizures)

    Initiate rapid cooling:Remove as much clothing as possible.

    Cool packs to lateral chest wall, groin, axilla, carotid arteries, temples, and

    behind knees and/or sponge with cool water or cover with wet sheet and

    fan body. Wet head if possible, avoid shivering.Transport

    Position with head elevatedunless contraindicated

    Rapid cooling while preparing IV

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    Code 30

    Ps cholo ical Emer encies

    I. Purpose/DefinitionGiven the magnitude of the problems of abuse and violence in our society, early detection of domestic violence

    victims, appropriate legal and social service referrals and the delivery of timely medical care are essential.

    Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive behavior engaged in by someone who is or who was in an intimate

    relationship with the recipient. These behaviors may include: repeated battering, psychological abuse, sexual assault

    or social isolation such as restricted access to money, friends, transportation, healthcare or employment. Typically,

    the victims are female but it must be recognized that males can be victims of abuse as well.

    II. Domestic Violence IndicatorsWhile sometimes the specific history of abuse is offered, many times the victim of abuse, (either out of fear or

    because of the coercive nature of the relationship or out of the desire to protect the abuser) will not volunteer a true

    history but instead ascribe injuries to another cause. Therefore, an appropriate review must be undertaken with

    respect to patients presenting with injuries:

    -That do not seem to correspond with the explanation offered.

    -That are of varying ages.-That have the contour of objects commonly used to inflict injury (i.e. hand, belt, rope, chain, teeth, cigarette)

    -During pregnancy

    Other factors include:

    -Partner accompanies patient and answers all questions directed to patient.-Patient reluctant to speak in front of partner.

    -Denial or minimalization of injury by partner or patient.

    -Intensive, irrational jealously or possessiveness expressed by partner.

    Physical injuries commonly associated with domestic violence:

    -Central injuries, specifically to the face, head, neck, chest, breasts, abdomen, or genital areas.

    -Contusions, lacerations, abrasions, stab wounds, burns human bites, fractures (particularly of nose and orbits), andspiral wrist fractures.

    -Complaints of acute or chronic pain without tissue injury

    -Signs of sexual assault-Injuries or vaginal bleeding during pregnancy, spontaneous or threatened miscarriage

    -Multiple injuries in different stages of healing

    Direct impact of domestic violence on pregnancy may include:

    -Abdominal trauma leading to abruption, pre-term labor, and delivery-Fetal fracture

    -Ruptured maternal liver, spleen, uterus

    -Antepartum hemorrhage

    -Exacerbation of chronic illness

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    Code 30 (Continued)

    Code 31

    III. Approaches for Interviewing the patientThe goals of the physical examination are to identify injuries requiring further medical intervention and to make

    observations and collect evidence that may corroborate the patients report of abuse. A thorough physical examination isessential to uncover hidden injuries or compensated trauma. If the patient reports sexual assault, the sexual assault

    protocol should be followed:

    -Always interview the patient in a private place, away from anyone accompanying them to the ED. Questioning the patient

    in front of the batterer may place the patient and any children in danger.

    -You may be the first person or professional to acknowledge the abuse. It is important that you convey your concerns

    about what has happened to the patient to the Emergency Physician and Nurse.

    -When interviewing, do not ask patients if they were battered or abused (many battered persons do not consider

    themselves in this light). Instead, you can ask the patient:

    Have you had a fight with someone?

    Did anyone hurt you?Many times we have seen these types of injuries in patients who are hurt by someone else, did someone hurt you?

    I am concerned that someone may be hurting you or scaring you, can you tell me what has happened?

    -Most battered persons feel very shamed and humiliated about what has happened to them.

    It is important to acknowledge that you understand how difficult it is to talk about what happened.

    -Most battered persons will minimize the abuse or blame themselves for what happened.

    It is important that you repeatedly reinforce that no one deserves to be hurt no matter what they may or may not have

    done.

    -Questions/attitudes Not to ask/Express:

    -What keeps you with a person like that?

    -Do you get something out of violence?

    -What did you do at the moment that caused them to hit you?

    -What could you have done to avoid or defuse the situation?

    IV. Practice-Treat obvious injuries: transport

    -Report your suspicion and supporting findings to the Emergency Department Physician and on the prehospital report form.

    -If the patient refuses transport, make appropriate referral and documentation on run sheet.

    -Document your findings on the prehospital report form:-Presenting condition.

    -Any suspicious indicators.

    -Physical exam including any evidence of abuse.-Treatment rendered.

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    Implanted Cardiac Defibrillation

    (ICD, PCD, AICD)

    1. Treat Dysrhythmias per appropriate SOP.2. If external defibrillation is required:

    Avoid placement of pads or paddles over the ICD unit or path of wires (if possible) Defibrillate at 360 joules or biphasic equivalent; repeat as indicated

    3. If ICD is repeatedly firing and patient is stable, may administer sedation order (Versed in 2mg increments)

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    Code 32

    Medication Assisted Intubation

    Indications:1. Patients with actual or potential airway compromise due to

    altered mental status, GCS less than 8.

    2. Patients whose combativeness and agitation threatens theairway or spinal cord stability.

    3. Patients who demonstrate a high probability of airwaycompromise for any reason prior to, or during transport.

    4. Patients requiring ventilator assistance or airway protection.5. CONTACT MEDICAL CONTROL PRIOR TO

    USE.

    Premedicate:1. Lidocaine: 1.5 mg/kg IV, IO (utilize for patients with a

    head injury)

    2. Atropine : 0.5 mg/IV,IO for adult patients withbradycardia

    Induction:1. Versed 2.5 5 mg IV, IO

    ORAFTER CONSULTATION WITH MEDICAL CONTROL:

    2. Etomidate 0.3mg/kg IV, IO, may repeat one time

    Post Intubation Sedation:1. Versed 2mg IV, IO increments unless patient is hemodynamically unstable.2. Ativan 1-2 mg IV, IO may also be used for post intubation sedation unless patient

    is hemodynamically unstable.

    3. Etomidate 0.3mg/kg IV, IO may be utilized one time for post intubation sedation.4. Consider pain management with patients with high probability of pain and

    normal sedation is not working adequately. Follow pain management protocol

    where indicated.

    Etomidate dosing chart0.3 mg/kg IV

    Weight

    Lb Kg Dose

    88 40 12 mg IVP

    99 45 13.5 mg IVP

    110 50 15 mg IVP

    154 70 21 mg IVP

    176 80 24 mg IVP

    198 90 27 mg IVP

    209 95 28.5 mg IVP

    220 100 30 mg IVP

    253 115 34.5 mg IVP

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    Code 33

    Hypertensive Crisis

    Aggressive

    prehospital

    treatment of the

    A hypertensive emergency exists when the systolic blood pressure is > 200mmHg or diastolic BP is > 100mmHg

    and the patient is symptomatic. Symptomatic examples include but are not limited to headache, diaphoresis,

    chest pain. Contact medical control prior to any medication administration if patient has signs and symptoms

    of CVA. Pregnant patients with hypertension follow protocol 55.

    Establish Code 1

    Nitroglycerin 0.4mg SL. May repeat

    every five minutes up to three doses, if

    no relief and systolic blood pressure

    >100 mmHg

    If no improvement, administer Lopressor

    (metoprolol) 5mg IV over 1-2 minutes. Repeat 5mg

    IV every 5 minutes up to three doses.

    Code 33

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    Code 39

    Poisoning Toxic Ingestion or Exposure

    Routine Medical Care

    Maintain ABCs

    1. Exposure protection as indicated2. Contact Poison Control 1-800-222-12223. Be prepared for seizures4. Be prepared for vomiting

    Bring all medication, poison bottles to the hospital (unless HAZMAT)

    Monitor closely

    Do not induce vomiting

    Contact medicalcontrol for permission

    to Administer activated

    Charcoal*

    Adult dose: 50gm

    Pediatric dose: 1 gm/kg

    Transport STAT

    Conscious Patient Unconscious Patient

    Support ABC's

    Recovery position

    Be Prepared to SuctionMonitor closely

    Treat per appropriate protocol

    Transport STAT

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    Code 40

    Routine Trauma Care

    Assess Scene Safety

    (Consider Crime Scene)

    Body Substance Isolation

    Primary Patient

    Assessment

    Resuscitation:

    Secure & maintain airway Perform spinal immobilization Transport as soon as possible

    performing treatment enroute

    Establish TWO (2) large-bore IVsenroute (if able)

    Evaluate ECG See analgesia insert

    Analgesia Order

    May give Morphine

    Sulfate 2-4mg slow

    IV repeating in 2mg

    increments (max

    10mg) or Fentanyl

    25-50 mcg slow

    IVfor:

    severe burns isolated fx isolated crush amputationsCall medical control for

    Secondary Patient Assessment: Vital Signs Systematic head-to-toe exam Obtain SAMPLE History Contact hospital as soon as patients

    condition permits, transmit

    assessment information and await

    orders. Refer to appropriate protocolif unable to contact medical control

    Re-assess patient

    1) Airway:- secure with c-spine precautions- remove foreign bodies- provide 100% oxygen

    2) Breathing:- assess rate: depth; and adequacy- note & manage JVD & tracheal deviation- inspect, palpate, auscultate, and percuss

    the chest

    3) Circulation:- stop life threatening hemorrhage- assess peripheral pulses- check capillary refill

    4) Disability:- AVPU Score- motor & sensory exam- pupillary size and reactivity

    5) Expose:- fully expose patient- log roll to evaluate back for injuries

    Note to Pre-hospital Personnel:

    - In a combative or uncooperative patient, the requirement to

    initiate initial trauma care, as written, may be altered or waived in

    favor of rapidly transporting the patient for definitive care.

    Document the patients actions and behaviors which interferedwith the performance of any assessment and/or interventions.

    - Initiate Trauma Alert for the following mechanisms of injury:

    ejection from motor vehicle death in same passenger compartment falls greater than 20 feet pediatric falls of greater than 3 times the

    height of the patient

    pregnant patient of greater than 24 weeksgestation

    Analgesia Alternative

    May give 30mg Toradol IVP

    Or 60 mg Toradol IM

    Be aware of contraindications

    *IO insertion may be

    considered if unable to obtain

    IV access

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    Code 41

    Sus ected S inal Cord

    Routine Trauma Care

    Secure Airway with C-spine precautions

    in-line intubation di ital etc.

    Immobilize patient using backboard,

    c-collar, blanket rolls or other

    device, and secure patient to

    backboard

    Monitor for spinal shock

    (low BP, normal HR or relative

    bradycardia)

    If no motor or sensory deficit, record as

    such and transport

    Vomiting precautionshave suction

    ready, be prepared to log roll patient

    if needed

    Transport

    Note to Prehospital Providers:1. Suspect spinal injuries in all patients

    with:

    A. Any head or facial trauma (ie.

    injuries above the clavicle).B. Decreased or altered level of

    consciousness.

    C. Suspected deceleration injuries.D. Complaints of neck or back pain.

    E. Physical findings suggesting neck

    or back in ur .

    Guidelines for Field Clearance of Cervical Spine

    No reported or suspected loss ofconsciousness

    No complaints of head, neck, back pain Must be alert and oriented x 3 No neuro deficits i.e. numbness,

    tingling, confusion

    Must weigh more than 100 pounds Must be less than 70 years of age and

    greater than 18 years of age Must not have any history of

    osteoporosis or other skeletal

    conditions

    No alcohol ingestion No midline cervical tenderness No significant mechanism of injury or

    obvious distracting injury (high-speed

    collision, open penetrating wounds,

    dislocations, electrocution, high-impact

    blunt trauma to the head)

    * Please Note: These are guidelines, if there is

    any question regarding the potential for acervical spine injury, the patient should be

    boarded and collared.

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    Code 42

    Hemorrhagic Shock

    Routine Trauma Care

    ABCs

    Control significant external

    hemorrhage

    Initiate TWO (2) large-bore IVs

    enroute

    (Wide Open Rate)

    Monitor Patient Condition

    Transport

    If Patient in Cardiac Arrest:

    Treat per appropriate

    Treatment Protocol

    *IO insertion may be considered if

    unable to obtain IV access

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    Code 43

    Head Trauma Unconscious Patient

    Routine Trauma Care

    Alert ?Yes No

    Transport Record GCS

    Record pupil size

    100% oxygen

    random blood glucose

    - Sedation orders

    Follow medication assisted intubationprotocol if needed.

    - ET intubation with in-line manual

    stabilization

    Accelerated Transport

    C-Spine Precautions

    *IO insertion may be considered

    if unable to obtain IV access

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    Code 44

    Am utated and Avulsed Parts

    Initial Trauma Care

    Control bleeding with direct pressure and elevation

    (tourniquet as last resort)

    DO NOT use a tourniquet unless allelse fails and the patient is

    hemorrhaging:

    -Note time of placement-Apply as close to injury as

    possible

    -DO NOT release once applied

    -Wrap part in moist sterile gauze, sheet or towel.-Place part in waterproof bag or container and seal.

    -DO NOT immerse part in any solutions.

    -Place this container in a second one filled with ice, cold water or cold

    pack.

    Transport part with patient to hospital

    Transport

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    Code 45

    Burns

    Routine Trauma Care

    Accelerated transport if airway involvement

    Consider Burn Center

    Thermal Chemical Electrical

    Maintain body temperature

    Burn wound care*

    Consider analgesic

    IV Parkland formula*

    Transport STAT

    Brush off excess chemical

    Flush with copious amount of

    water/saline unless

    contraindicated.

    Protect unaffected eye

    Burn wound care*

    Attempt to ID chemical

    Transport STAT

    Do not enter area until scene

    is safe.

    Assess for entrance and exit

    wounds

    Immobilize as needed

    Treat dysrhythmias

    Burn wound care*

    Cover with dry, sterile

    dressings/sheets

    Transport STAT

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    Code 45

    (continued)

    1. Assessment ABCs rapid transport if airway involvement Neurovascular status Depth of burn (partial vs full thickness) Percentage of burn (Rule of 9 vs Palm Rule) Visual acuity if indicated

    2. Interventions Stop the burning process

    - Cool with tepid saline/water until skin temperature is normal- Remove jewelry and clothing (do not pull away clothing that is stuck to burn)- Do not use ice or ice water

    Wound care- Wear gloves/mask if 2nddegree or 3rddegree burns- Do not break blister or use dressings that will stick to burn- Do not apply ointments or creams- Cover cooled skin with appropriate dressing

    If 1stdegree burn < 10% BSA, dress with sterile dry dressing If 2ndor 3rddegree burn or > 10% BSA, dress with sterile dry sheets/dressings

    Analgesia- Morphine sulfate in 2 mg increments up to 10 mg IVP- Call Medical Control for pediatric dosing and/or for greater than 10mg in adult

    Maintain body temperature- Cover patient with dry sheets/blankets over sheets- Prevent hypothermia at all costs

    Burns Wound Care

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    Code 45

    (continued)

    Fluid replacement

    3. SOP for other problems

    Burns Wound Care

    Parkland Formula = 4 ml/kg/BSA burned

    to be given in the first 8 hours

    to be given in the next 8 hours

    to be given in the next 8 hours

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    Code 46

    Chest Trauma

    Routine Trauma Care

    Chest Assessment

    Massive

    Hemothorax

    Tension

    PneumothoraxPericardial

    Tamponade

    Sucking Chest

    Wound

    Hemorrhagic Shock

    Refer to Code 42

    Monitor Condition

    Transport

    STAT

    Hemorrhagic Shock

    Refer to Code 42

    Needle Decompression

    Stabilize with

    Partial Occlusive

    Dressing*

    Monitor Condition

    TransportSTAT

    Re-assess Patient

    Monitor

    Condition

    Transport

    STAT

    Re-assess Patient

    MonitorCondition

    Transport

    STAT

    *If patient deteriorates, temporarily

    remove dressing for air to escape.

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    Code 47

    Trauma in Pre nanc

    Routine Trauma Care

    Check EXTERNALLY for uterine contractions

    Document Findings

    Check EXTERNALLY for vaginal bleeding

    Document Findings

    Elevate the right side of the backboard 20-30 in order

    to minimize uterine compression of the inferior vena

    cava while maintaining spinal immobilization.(transport on left side)

    Monitor Patient Condition

    Transport

    IV NS wide open if hypotensive

    If CPR indicated, manually displace the

    uterus to the left.

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    Code 48

    Trauma Arrest

    Bilateral pleural

    Initial Trauma Care

    Accelerated transport

    Rapid extrication

    Spinal immobilization

    Refer to appropriate code*

    CPR

    *

    Give EPI via ETT if no IV Do not delay transport to in initiate IV May attempt IVx2 enroute IO insertion may be considered

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    Code 49

    O hthalmic Emer encies

    Initial care:

    Assess pain scale Quickly obtain gross visual acuity Elevate head (if not contraindicated) Vomiting precautions Remove contact lenses

    Corneal Abrasions

    Immediately irrigate eyes if no chance ofpenetrating injury

    Contact Medical Controlfor Tetracaine 0.5% 1-2 gtt order

    Transport STAT

    Chemical Splash

    Immediate irrigation withcopious amounts of NS

    (at least 1000 per eye)

    Contact Medical Control

    for Tetracaine 0.5% 1-2 gtt order

    Transport STAT

    Penetrating injury/ruptured globe

    Transport STAT

    Do not remove impaled objectDo not irrigate eye

    Do not instill any drips

    Do not apply any pressure

    Cover eye with cup or metal protective

    shield. Patch unaffected eye also.

    Gross Visual Acuity Test

    1. Determine if patient wears glasses/contacts2. Determine distance they can see3. Determine vision by holding up fingers at 1, 2, and 3 foot distance.

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