Mistakes in trauma care. Cold fluids and cold ambulances spell trouble for patients.
Do not be misled into thinking that because the weather is warm, a patient cannot become hypothermic. Keep your patient warm, give warm fluids, and you will increase their chances of surviving serious trauma. The triad of death can be prevented if you recognize its dangers and act proactively.
Acadian Ambulance, Louisiana, USA.
William E
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Gandy
Steven
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Grayson
D000552:Ambulances; D003080:Cold Temperature; D004211:Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D019300:Medical Errors; D005791:Patient Care / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012128:Respiratory Distress Syndrome / Q000209:etiology; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy*