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The St.Emlyn’s Podcast

Ep 219 - Blast Injuries with Chris Hillman at the PREMIER Conference

Jun 17, 2023
Chris Hillman, Military EM consultant, shares insights on blast injuries. Expect any injury with blast trauma. CABC approach is crucial. Apply tourniquets to stop bleeding. Be prepared for multiple casualties. Emphasizes quick decision-making and life-saving interventions in blast injuries.
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Quick takeaways

  • Blast injuries encompass a range of trauma, from blunt to penetrating and massive hemorrhages, making them particularly severe.
  • Managing blast injuries requires a comprehensive approach, following the CABCD method involving key interventions like tourniquets and pelvic binders.

Deep dives

Understanding Blast Trauma

Blast injuries encompass a range of trauma, from blunt to penetrating and massive hemorrhages, making them particularly severe. The increasing global instability highlights the significance of blast injuries, with examples like the Manchester bombing emphasizing their devastating impact. The primary blast injuries, such as damaged lungs from pressure waves, and secondary injuries, like limb trauma and penetrating wounds, showcase the variety of harm caused by blasts.

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