title: Special protocols for patients with trauma.
abstract: The ED care of the patient with trauma can be facilitated by the establishment of protocols to ensure prompt access to lifesaving and limb-saving procedures and care. Specific protocols for patients with trauma support assessment and treatment in both the emergency and long-term phases of care.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Snyder
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Carson
mesh_terms: D002985:Clinical Protocols; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006753:Hospital Records; D006801:Humans; D010351:Patient Discharge; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy*