Sierra Sacramento Valley EMS Agency Treatment Protocol T-1 General Trauma Management Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director

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1 T-1 General Trauma Management Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 05/2021 Transport patients who meet trauma triage criteria (policy reference 860) as soon as possible. Scene time for patients meeting anatomical and/or physiological trauma triage criteria should not exceed 10 minutes. On scene procedures should be limited to the following: - Triage - Patient assessment - Airway management - Hemorrhage control - Immobilization/splinting - Spinal motion restriction BLS Assess V/S, including SpO 2 O2 at appropriate rate if hypoxemic (SpO 2 < 94%) or short of breath Manage airway and assist ventilations as needed Provide hemorrhage control as needed (protocol reference T-8) Immobilize/splint injuries as needed Initiate spinal motion restriction (SMR) if indicated (see page 3) Maintain body temperature, keep warm ALS Consider advanced airway for patients meeting any of the following criteria: o Apnea o Unconsciousness: GCS 8 o Need for airway protection from aspiration (vomitus, bleeding, etc.) o Risk for airway obstruction (laryngeal/tracheal injury, inhalation injury, etc.) Consider application of a pelvic binder if indicated (see page 2) Cardiac monitor Determine patient severity and transport destination (policy reference 860) Establish vascular access if indicated (see page 2) Consider pain management as necessary (protocol reference M-8 and P-34) Transport to appropriate destination o Transport patients with known or apparent third trimester pregnancy in left-lateral position. Notify receiving hospital of Trauma Alert as soon as possible for patients who meet trauma triage criteria Monitor & reassess Page 1 of 3

2 General Trauma Management T-1 Vascular Access Procedures Need or anticipated need for fluid or medication administration? Vascular access not indicated IV/IO Normal Saline or Lactated Ringers Solution Initiate large bore vascular access via blood administration or macrodrip tubing on all patients meeting anatomic, physiologic, or mechanism of injury trauma triage criteria Initiate second vascular access on adult patients with SBP < 90 or if thoracic/abdominal pain present Fluid resuscitation guidelines: o Adult patients: - Administer 500 ml fluid boluses for signs of hypoperfusion/shock - Reassess hemodynamic parameters, respiratory status and lung sounds after each fluid bolus - Titrate fluid boluses to SBP of 90 o Pediatric patients: - Administer 20 ml/kg fluid boluses for signs of hypoperfusion/shock - Reassess hemodynamic parameters, respiratory status and lung sounds after each bolus - Titrate fluid boluses to age appropriate SBP (max = 60 ml/kg) Commercial Pelvic Binder Assessment/Utilization Procedures Approved Commercial Pelvic Binders: 1) T-POD Pelvic Stabilization Device, 2) SAM Pelvic Sling 2 Utilization of a commercial pelvic binder is optional and only approved for AEMT /paramedic personnel. ALS/LALS provider agencies must ensure that their personnel are appropriately trained on the application /use of the device as misplacement of pelvic binders can significantly decrease the ability of the binder to reduce pelvic ring fractures. Physical exam findings which may indicate the presence of a pelvic ring fracture include, but are not limited to: - Crepitus when applying compression to the iliac crests - Perineal or genital swelling - Testicular/groin pain - Blood at the urethral meatus - Rectal, vaginal or perineal lacerations/bleeding When stabilizing a suspected pelvic ring fracture, care must be taken not to over-reduce the fracture. Over-reduction can be assessed by examining the position of the legs, greater trochanters and knees with the patient supine. The goal is to achieve normal anatomic position of the pelvis, so the lower legs should be symmetrical after stabilization. Pelvic binders should be placed directly to skin. When clinically indicated and logistically feasible, the pelvic binder should be placed prior to extrication/movement. Once applied, commercial pelvic binders should not be removed. If possible, avoid log-rolling patients with a suspected pelvic fracture. High-energy mechanism of injury suggestive of a pelvic fracture? Does patient present with one or more of the following? Physical exam findings suggestive of a pelvic fracture Hemodynamic instability (Pulse > 100 & SBP < 90) GCS 13 Pelvic binder application not indicated Apply pelvic binder per manufacturer instructions Page 2 of 3

3 General Trauma Management T-1 Trauma Patient SMR Assessment/Utilization Procedures A backboard shall not be utilized for patients with penetrating trauma to the head, neck or torso without evidence of spinal injury. Helmet removal guidelines: o For patients who meet criteria for SMR with a backboard, football helmets should only be removed if they prevent adequate SMR or under the following circumstances: - If the helmet and chin strap fail to hold the head securely or prevent adequate airway control. - If the facemask cannot be removed. o Football helmets should be carefully removed to allow for appropriate SMR of patients who do not meet criteria for backboard utilization. o All other types of helmets (bicycle, motorcycle, etc.) should be carefully removed to allow for appropriate SMR. Mechanism indicating a high risk for spinal injury? SMR unnecessary Does patient meet any of the following criteria? Gross motor/sensory deficits or complaints High energy impact blunt trauma meeting anatomic &/or physiologic trauma triage criteria Unstable and removal of a backboard would delay transport, or backboard utilization is necessary for other treatment priorities Implement SMR with a backboard Does patient meet any of the following criteria? Midline spinal pain, tenderness or deformity Limited cervical spine active range of motion Altered mental status Alcohol or drug intoxication Significant distracting injury Insurmountable communication barrier Age < 5 or > 65 SMR unnecessary Implement SMR without a backboard as follows: Apply a cervical collar Allow ambulatory patients to sit on the stretcher and then lie flat (no standing take-down ) If necessary, move patient from the position found to the ambulance stretcher utilizing a device such as a KED, scoop stretcher, backboard, or if necessary, by having the patient stand and pivot to the stretcher do not permit the patient to struggle to their feet from a seated or supine position Once on the ambulance stretcher, remove any hard backboard device & instruct the patient to lie still The head of the stretcher may be elevated in a position of comfort Secure cross stretcher straps and over-the-shoulder belts firmly Patients with nausea &/or vomiting may by placed in the lateral recumbent position maintaining the head in a neutral position using manual stabilization, padding, pillows, &/or the patient s arm Page 3 of 3

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5 T-2 Tension Pneumothorax Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 05/2021 BLS Assess respiratory status, manage airway and assist ventilations as appropriate High flow O 2 ALS Suspected tension pneumothorax with absent or diminished breath sounds and at least one of the following: Combined hypotension (SBP < 90) and SpO2 < 94%? Penetrating injury to the thorax? OR Traumatic cardiac arrest with suspected tension pneumothorax? Monitor and reassess Perform Needle Thoracostomy on the affected side(s) as follows: Use a minimum 14g x 3.25" catheter specifically designed for needle decompression Attach an empty 10 ml syringe to the catheter prior to insertion to allow for better grip when puncturing the chest wall Insert needle with syringe attached at a 90 0 angle, just over the superior border of the rib, and advance until air is freely aspirated If using a 3.25" length catheter, advance catheter over the needle until catheter hub rests against the skin Remove syringe and needle from catheter, attach a stopcock or one-way valve and adequately secure Recheck breath sounds Two (2) attempts allowed on affected side(s) without base/modified base hospital contact Continuously monitor & reassess A B C Approved Needle Thoracostomy Sites Mid-clavicular line in the 2 nd intercostal space Mid-axillary line in the 4 th or 5 th intercostal space* Anterior axillary line in the 5 th intercostal space* *Above the anatomic nipple line Note: If an initial attempt at one approved site is unsuccessful, consider utilizing an alternate approved site Page 1 of 1

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7 P-2 Neonatal Resuscitation Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 01/2021 *AIRWAY/ VENTILATION INFORMATION & CORRECTIVE STEPS Position infant in a sniffing position to open the airway BIRTH Term gestation? Good muscle tone? Breathing or crying? Position/clear airway* Dry & provide warmth Monitor & reassess Clear secretions with a bulb syringe If pt. not improving and chest is not moving with BVM ventilation, the trachea may be obstructed by thick secretions/ meconium use a bulb syringe, and a suction catheter if necessary, to clear the nose, mouth and oropharynx a laryngoscope may be used to assist in visualization of the oropharynx during suctioning Convert from room air to high flow O2 for persistent bradycardia and/or cyanosis Position/clear airway* Dry & provide warmth Stimulate & reposition HR < 100, gasping or apnea? Provide room air BVM ventilation* Assess/monitor SpO 2 Persistent HR < 100? Airway/ventilation corrective steps* Ongoing evaluation & reassessment Labored breathing or persistent cyanosis? Clear airway* High flow 0 2 Assess/monitor Sp0 2 Ongoing evaluation Postresuscitation care If HR persistently below 60, consider hypovolemia and/or pneumothorax HR < 60? Target SpO 2 after birth: - 1 min: 60% - 65% - 2 min: 65% - 70% - 3 min: 70% - 75% - 4 min: 75% - 80% - 5 min: 80% - 85% - 10 min: 85% - 95% CPR: rate 120/min, 3:1 ratio IV/IO NS (may bolus 20 ml/kg) For persistent HR < 60: Epinephrine 1:10,000 IV/IO: mg/kg ( ml/kg) May repeat every 3 5 minutes for persistent HR < 60 Page 1 of 1

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9 P-6 Pediatric Bradycardia With Pulses Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 01/2021 Search For Possible Contributing Factors - Hypovolemia - Hypoxia - Hydrogen Ion (Acidosis) - Hypo-/hyperkalemia - Hypothermia - Tamponade, cardiac - Tension pneumo - Thrombosis, pulmonary - Thrombosis, cardiac - Toxins Signs of Cardiopulmonary Compromise - Acutely altered mental status - Hypotension - Signs of shock BLS Assess and support ABC s High flow O 2, assist ventilation with BVM as needed Assess V/S, including SpO 2 Start CPR if HR <60/min with signs of poor perfusion despite oxygenation/ventilation ALS Cardiac monitor Consider IV/IO NS (may bolus 20 ml/kg) Persistent symptomatic bradycardia? Monitor & reassess Epinephrine 1:10,000 IV/IO: 0.01 mg/kg (0.1 ml/kg) Repeat every 3 5 minutes Atropine (if no response to epinephrine) IV/IO: 0.02 mg/kg Maximum single dose: 0.5 mg Base Hospital Order Only Consider transcutaneous pacing Page 1 of 1

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11 P-8 Pediatric Tachycardia With Pulses Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 01/2021 Signs of Cardiopulmonary Compromise - Acutely altered mental status - Hypotension - Signs of shock BLS Assess & support ABC s High flow O 2 Assess V/S, including SpO 2 ALS Cardiac monitor, 12-lead ECG at appropriate time Consider IV/IO NS (may bolus 20 ml/kg) Probable Sinus Tachycardia P waves present & normal Variable R-R & constant P-R Infants: rate usually < 220 Children: rate usually < 180 Probable SVT P waves absent or abnormal HR not variable Infants: rate usually 220 Children: rate usually 180 Probable VT Cardiopulmonary Compromise? Treat underlying cause Cardiopulmonary Compromise? Synchronized Cardioversion Base Hospital Order Only Initial dose: J/kg Subsequent doses: 2 J/kg Consider sedation Vagal Maneuver Monitor & reassess Vagal Maneuver Successful? Contact Base Hospital for treatment consultation Adenosine (Base Hospital Order Only) 1 st dose: 0.1 mg/kg rapid IV/IO (max 6 mg) If rhythm does not convert within 1 2 min: 2 nd dose: 0.2 mg/kg rapid IV/IO (max 12 mg) Flush IV/IO with 20 ml NS after each dose Page 1 of 1

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13 P-10 Pediatric Foreign Body Airway Obstruction Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 01/2021 Signs/symptoms of FBAO: Sudden onset of respiratory distress with coughing, gagging, stridor, or wheezing Do not use tongue/jaw lift or perform blind finger sweep Signs of severe obstruction: - Poor air exchange - Silent cough - Increased breathing difficulty - Inability to speak or breath - Cyanosis BLS Assess and support ABC s Signs of severe obstruction? Reassure patient & encourage coughing O 2 & suction as needed Monitor & reassess Patients < 1 year old 5 back blows followed by 5 chest thrusts Patients 1 years old Abdominal thrusts in rapid sequence If ineffective, consider chest thrusts If patient becomes unconscious: Begin CPR Look into mouth when opening the airway use finger sweep to remove any visualized foreign body(ies) ALS Visualize airway with laryngoscope Utilize Magill forceps to remove/clear any visualized foreign body(ies) Maintain airway & O 2 Monitor & reassess Consider needle cricothyrotomy if unable to adequately ventilate Page 1 of 1

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15 Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Pediatric Respiratory Failure/Arrest Effective: 06/01/2018 Next Review: 01/2021 Anticipate respiratory failure & possible respiratory arrest if any of the following are present: Increased respiratory rate, with signs of distress (e.g. increased effort, nasal flaring, retractions, or grunting) Inadequate respiratory rate, effort, or chest excursion (e.g. diminished breath sounds, gasping, and cyanosis), especially if mental status is depressed BLS P-12 Assess & support ABC s BVM ventilation with 100% O 2 Assess V/S, including SpO 2 Check blood glucose (BG) if able Start CPR & refer to Bradycardia Protocol (P-6) if heart rate < 60 with signs of poor perfusion despite BVM ventilation with 100% O 2 ALS Cardiac monitor IV/IO NS (may bolus 20 ml/kg) BG 60 mg/dl? Dextrose 10% 5 ml/kg (0.5 gm/kg) IV/IO (max dose: 10 gm/100 ml) If IV/IO delay anticipated: Glucagon < 24 kg: 0.5 mg IM/IN 24 kg: 1 mg IM/IN Narcotic OD suspected? Naloxone 0.1 mg/kg IV/IO, or IM/IN (max: 2 mg) If no improvement, consider repeat dose every 2-3 minutes x 2 (max: 3 doses total) Naloxone is indicated for inadequate respiratory status only Monitor & reassess Page 1 of 1

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17 Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Pediatric Shock Effective: 06/01/2018 Next Review: 01/2021 Shock in children may be subtle and difficult to recognize tachycardia may be the only sign noted Hypotension is a late sign of shock BP may be difficult to obtain or inaccurate in children < 3 years of age Obtain history Including: - Onset and duration of symptoms - Fluid Loss (vomiting, diarrhea) - Fever, infection, trauma or ingestion - History of: allergic reaction, cardiac disease or rhythm disturbances Important signs to watch for: COMPENSATED SHOCK Tachycardia Cool extremities Capillary refill time > 2 seconds Weak peripheral pulses compared with central pulses Normal blood pressure P-20 DECOMPENSATED SHOCK Hypotension and/or bradycardia (late findings) Decreased mental status Decreased urine output Tachypnea Non-detectable distal pulses with weak central pulses BLS Assess & support ABC s High flow 0 2 & keep warm Assess V/S, including SpO 2 Check blood glucose (BG) if able Administer oral glucose if indicated ALS Cardiac monitor IV/IO NS TKO Fluid Bolus NS 20 ml/kg Reassess & repeat if necessary for continued signs of shock* *If DKA suspected, contact base hospital for consultation prior to repeat fluid boluses Blood glucose 60 mg/dl? Dextrose 10% 5 ml/kg (0.5 gm/kg) IV/IO (max dose: 10 gm/100 ml) If IV/IO delay anticipated: Glucagon < 24 kg: 0.5 mg IM/IN 24 kg: 1 mg IM/IN OR Oral Glucose (BLS or ALS) Glucose solution/gel or 2-3 Tbsp of sugar in water/juice if conscious/able to swallow Monitor & Reassess Page 1 of 1

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19 P-22 Pediatric Overdose/Poisoning Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 01/2021 BLS Assess & support ABC s High flow O 2 Assess V/S, including SpO 2 Check blood glucose (BG) if able Administer oral glucose if indicated Identify substance and time of ingestion; bring sample in original container if safe/possible ALS Cardiac Monitor IV/IO NS (may bolus 20 ml/kg) BG 60 mg/dl? Dextrose 10% 5 ml/kg (0.5 gm/kg) IV/IO (max dose: 10 gm/100 ml) If IV/IO delay anticipated: Glucagon < 24 kg: 0.5 mg IM/IN 24 kg: 1 mg IM/IN OR Oral Glucose (BLS or ALS) Glucose solution/gel or 2-3 Tbsp of sugar in water/juice if conscious/able to swallow Narcotic OD suspected? Naloxone 0.1 mg/kg IV/IO, or IM/IN (max: 2 mg) If no improvement, consider repeat dose every 2-3 minutes x 2 (max: 3 doses total) Naloxone is indicated for inadequate respiratory status only Monitor & reassess Contact base hospital for specific treatment consultation as needed See page 2 for nerve agent/organophosphate treatment Page 1 of 2

20 Pediatric Overdose/Poisoning PEDIATRIC NERVE AGENT/ORGAPHOSPHATE TREATMENT P-22 EMS personnel shall not enter or provide treatment in the Contamination Reduction Zone (Warm Zone) or Exclusion Zone (Hot Zone) unless specifically trained, equipped and authorized to do so EMS personnel shall not use Haz Mat specific personal protective equipment (PPE), including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), unless specifically trained, fit tested and authorized to do so Do not transport patients until they have been completely decontaminated; if transport personnel become contaminated, they shall immediately undergo decontamination Only patients with severe exposure will be treated within the Contamination Reduction Zone (Warm Zone) or Exclusion Zone (Hot Zone) by personnel who have specific training to allow them to function in that area Patients in the Exclusion Zone (Hot Zone) with severe exposure shall be treated with IM medication only Early base hospital contact, and CHEMPACK activation when appropriate (S-SV EMS Nerve Agent Treatment Protocol E-8), will maximize assistance from necessary resources Adult auto-injectors are T to be used in children < 40 kg Determine level of exposure Patient decontaminated? Determine level of exposure Atropine IV/IO or IM 0.02 mg/kg (max single dose: 1 mg) For moderate to severe exposure: repeat every 3-5 minutes until a positive response is achieved Decontaminate patient prior to medication administration Severe Exposue? Pralidoxime (2-PAM) If available 25 mg/kg IM OR 25 mg/kg slow IV/IO (over 20 minutes) Max dose: 1 gram May repeat x 1 for severe exposures Atropine < 3 years old: 0.5 mg IM 3-10 years old: 1 mg IM Repeat every 3-5 minutes until a positive response is achieved Pralidoxime (2-PAM) If available 50 mg/kg IM Max dose: 1 gram If seizures: go to Seizure Protocol P-26 Decontaminate patient Page 2 of 2

21 P-24 Pediatric Altered Level Of Consciousness Approval: Troy M. Falck, MD Medical Director Effective: 06/01/2018 Approval: Victoria Pinette Executive Director Next Review: 01/2021 BLS Assess & support ABC s High flow O 2, consider BVM Assess V/S, including SpO 2 Check blood glucose (BG) if able Administer oral glucose if indicated ALS Cardiac Monitor IV/IO NS (may bolus 20 ml/kg) BG 60 mg/dl? Dextrose 10% 5 ml/kg (0.5 gm/kg) IV/IO (max dose: 10 gm/100 ml) If IV/IO delay anticipated: Glucagon < 24 kg: 0.5 mg IM/IN 24 kg: 1 mg IM/IN OR Oral Glucose (BLS or ALS) Glucose solution/gel or 2-3 Tbsp of sugar in water/juice if conscious/able to swallow Consult with base hospital if BG is > 60 mg/dl but hypoglycemia suspected Narcotic OD suspected? Naloxone 0.1 mg/kg IV/IO, or IM/IN (max: 2 mg) If no improvement, consider repeat dose every 2-3 minutes x 2 (max: 3 doses total) Naloxone is indicated for inadequate respiratory status only Monitor & reassess Page 1 of 1