Injury Management on the Field

A full SABCE assessment, including the airway, breathing, circulation, disability and exposure, should be completed before treating an airway problem. This ensures that all aspects of the patient's condition are assessed and addressed in a systematic and prioritized manner.

Re-evaluation should occur during the primary survey if the patient's condition deteriorates. This ensures prompt identification of any worsening signs or symptoms and allows for immediate intervention.

MILS stands for Manual In Line Stabilisation. It involves manually stabilizing the head and neck to prevent further injury to the cervical spine.

This statement stresses the importance of securing a clear airway (A) in a patient with an injury. Without a clear airway, effective breathing (B) and circulation (C) will be severely compromised and potentially unsustainable.

True. Bag valve mask ventilation allows higher concentrations of oxygen to be delivered compared to a non-rebreather mask, potentially improving oxygenation.

False. Bag valve mask ventilation can lead to stomach inflation, particularly if excessive pressure is used. Careful technique is crucial.

True. An I-Gel supraglottic airway can be attached to a bag valve mask ventilation system, providing an alternative for airway management.

True. Oropharyngeal airways are often inserted using the inverted technique, which helps prevent occlusion of the airway by the tongue.

False. A GCS of 6 indicates a severe head injury and the patient is likely to be unable to protect their own airway, requiring immediate intervention.

True. Bag valve mask ventilation allows for higher concentrations of oxygen to be delivered compared to a non-rebreather mask, potentially improving oxygenation.

False. Bag valve mask ventilation can actually decrease the potential for cross infection compared to mouth to mouth ventilation, as it provides a barrier between the rescuer and the patient.

False. Bag valve mask ventilation can lead to stomach inflation, particularly if excessive pressure is used. Careful technique is crucial.

True. An I-Gel supraglottic airway can be attached to a bag valve mask ventilation system, providing an alternative for airway management.

True. Oropharyngeal airways are often inserted using the inverted technique, which helps prevent occlusion of the airway by the tongue.

True. Nasopharyngeal airways are relatively contraindicated in basal skull fractures, as they could potentially worsen the injury or cause bleeding.

True. Unsupplemented mouth to mask ventilation provides approximately 30% oxygen. This emphasizes the importance of supplemental oxygen in this situation.

True. Laryngeal fractures can cause air to leak into the surrounding tissues, resulting in subcutaneous emphysema around the neck. This is a distinctive sign.