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COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AGENCYDocument #5053.18PROGRAM DOCUMENT:Initial Date:12/15/93Last Approved Date:11/01/15Effective Date:05/01/18Review:01/01/20Trauma Triage CriteriaSignature

How to fill out trauma triage criteria

How to fill out trauma triage criteria

1. Start by gathering all the necessary information about the patient, including their medical history, vital signs, and any available imaging studies.
2. Assess the patient's level of consciousness. If they are unresponsive or have a decreased level of consciousness, proceed to the next step.
3. Check for any significant injuries or trauma to the head, neck, chest, abdomen, or pelvis. If any of these areas are affected, continue to the next step.
4. Evaluate the patient's vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation. If any of these parameters fall outside of the normal range, move on to the next step.
5. Determine the patient's age. For adults, consider trauma triage criteria if they are over the age of 55. For children, use a different set of criteria based on their age and weight.
6. Assess the mechanism of injury. Look for high-risk mechanisms, such as falls from significant heights, motor vehicle accidents with ejection or rollover, or penetrating injuries to the head, neck, or torso.
7. Consider any pre-existing medical conditions or medications that may impact the patient's ability to tolerate trauma or surgical interventions.
8. Finally, consult with a trauma team or medical professional who is experienced in trauma triage criteria to make a final determination on whether the patient meets the criteria for further evaluation and treatment.

Who needs trauma triage criteria?

1. The trauma triage criteria are needed for patients who have experienced significant trauma or injury and require immediate evaluation and treatment. These criteria help healthcare professionals determine the severity of the trauma and prioritize patients based on their risk of mortality or morbidity. Trauma triage criteria are typically used in emergency departments or trauma centers to ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and that patients receive timely and appropriate care.

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What is trauma triage criteria?

Trauma triage criteria are standardized guidelines used to assess and categorize patients based on the severity of their injuries to ensure that they receive appropriate treatment in a timely manner.

Who is required to file trauma triage criteria?

Healthcare providers and facilities that encounter trauma patients, typically emergency departments and trauma centers, are required to file trauma triage criteria.

How to fill out trauma triage criteria?

To fill out trauma triage criteria, healthcare professionals should detail the patient's vital signs, mechanism of injury, Glasgow Coma Scale score, and any other relevant medical history or findings that support the triage decision.

What is the purpose of trauma triage criteria?

The purpose of trauma triage criteria is to prioritize patient evaluation and treatment based on the severity of their injuries, ensuring that the most critically injured patients receive immediate care.

What information must be reported on trauma triage criteria?

The information that must be reported includes patient demographics, vital signs, mechanism of injury, clinical findings, and the triage decision along with a rationale for that decision.