Episode 8: Episode 8: 5x5 - Trauma

Trauma patients can deteriorate rapidly, making early recognition of life-threatening conditions essential. In this episode, we use the B.L.E.E.D. approach to break down five critical trauma differentials: Bleeding (Hemorrhagic Shock), Low Oxygen Levels (Hypoxia), Elevated Intrathoracic Pressure (Tension Pneumothorax/Pericardial Tamponade), Elevated Intracranial Pressure (Closed Head Injury), and Dysfunction of Coagulation (DIC/Coagulopathy). We’ll explore key assessment findings, resuscitation priorities, and the importance of rapid decision-making in the field.