Spinal Cord Injuries Part 1: Pathophysiology, Pre-Hospital Care & Cord Protection-Handout: Spinal Cord Injuries Part 1

Handout: Spinal Cord Injuries Part 1

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This document titled "Spinal Cord Injuries Part I" is a presentation by the Trauma Center Association of America discussing the pathophysiology, pre-hospital care, and cord protection related to spinal cord injuries (SCI). The document is divided into multiple sections, each covering different aspects of SCI.<br /><br />The first section provides information about the authors, the accreditation for the educational activity, and the objectives of the presentation. The second section discusses the etiology and pre-hospital interventions for pediatric spinal cord injuries, using a case study to illustrate the concepts.<br /><br />The next section focuses on cervical spine injuries, including the anatomy and potential injuries that can occur. It also highlights the prevalence of spinal cord injuries related to sports and specific sports that are likely to cause SCI in children. The section also mentions the importance of safety gear in preventing injuries.<br /><br />Another section discusses bicycle-related injuries, including statistics on the number of children treated for bicycle-related injuries in emergency departments. It emphasizes the importance of wearing helmets and the increased risk of head injuries.<br /><br />The document then discusses injuries related to ATVs, motorized scooters, and seat belts. It provides information on the specific types of injuries common in these scenarios and the reasons why they occur more frequently in children.<br /><br />The following sections focus on the role of EMS in the trauma chain of survival, EMS interventions for spinal cord injuries, cervical spine immobilization, pediatric airway considerations, and assessments for circulation, disability, and exposure.<br /><br />The document concludes with sections on hypothermia in trauma patients, frequent assessments in EMS care, destination decisions for transporting patients, and communication with the emergency department.<br /><br />Overall, the document provides valuable information on the pathophysiology, pre-hospital care, and cord protection related to spinal cord injuries, with a focus on pediatric patients.

Keywords

Spinal Cord Injuries

Trauma Center Association of America

pathophysiology

pre-hospital care

cord protection

etiology

pediatric spinal cord injuries

cervical spine injuries

sports-related injuries

bicycle-related injuries