Guidelines for Prehospital Care in Severe Trauma Injuries

Effective prehospital management can significantly impact outcomes in patients with multiple and severe injuries.

  • Begin fluid replacement in severely injured patients, limiting it in those with uncontrolled bleeding (MAP of 65 mmHg, SBP of 80 mmHg) to minimize blood loss.
  • For hypotensive patients with potential traumatic brain injury, maintain normal blood pressure (MAP of 85 mmHg, SBP of 110 mmHg).

Administer tranexamic acid (1 g) for hemorrhagic shock; consider fibrinogen for uncontrollable bleeding.

  • Utilize intraosseous access when intravenous access fails.

Review by Hussmann B, Hilbert-Carius P (…) Maegele M et 7 al. in Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg

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