Course Directory | A Multi—Systems Approach to Pediatric Trauma
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Pediatric Head Neck and Spine Trauma is a 2 part series and should be taken consecutively
in a timely
manner together.
Module 1
Pediatric Head Neck and Spine Trauma | Part 1
Interviewee: John Phillips, MD – M.I.N.D. Institute, University of New Mexico
manner together.
Module 1Pediatric Head Neck and Spine Trauma | Part 1
Interviewee: John Phillips, MD – M.I.N.D. Institute, University of New Mexico
Module Description: It is a windy spring day in a rural town in New Mexico. A group of friends and their children go to the local park for the afternoon. One of the children, a six year old girl, wanders off with her brother to play on a set of bleachers. A fall to the concrete pavement below renders her unconscious and the mother seeks medical attention for her at a local medical clinic. This module discusses pediatric head, neck and spine trauma in children. Robert Sapien, MD, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine and John Phillips, MD, Pediatric Neurologist at the M.I.N.D Institute; both from the University of New Mexico; discuss medical management issues on this topic.
Module 2 Pediatric Head Neck and Spine Trauma | Part 2
Interviewee: John Phillips, MD – M.I.N.D. Institute, University of New Mexico
Module Description: In Part 2 of 2, the mother and child arrive at a rural clinic and the medical staff manage this young girl based on the assessment of her injuries and treat her with the resources available. A special breakout interview with Katherine Chavez, RN discusses clinic preparation for pediatric emergencies and recommended education. The interview discussion between Robert Sapien, MD and John Phillips, MD continues as they discuss more in- depth diagnostics and medical management of children with head, neck and spine trauma.
Pediatric Abdomen and Chest Trauma is a 3 part series and should be taken consecutively in a timely manner together.
Module 3Pediatric Abdomen and Chest Trauma | Part 1
Interviewee: Stephen Lu, MD – Trauma Surgeon University of New Mexico
Module Description: Starting the day on time is a challenge for many families. A mother and son are late and in a hurry as they get into their car. The 8 yo boy gets into the front seat and improperly restrains himself as he places the shoulder strap under his arm. Moments later they are involved in a motor vehicle collision and the boy sustains traumatic injuries. Robert Sapien, MD, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Stephen Lu, MD, Director of Burn and Trauma services; both from the University of New Mexico; discuss pediatric trauma especially abdomen and chest trauma as it relates to this filmed scenario. This is Part 1 of 3 of an exciting, informative module series.
Module 4 Pediatric Abdomen and Chest Trauma | Part 2
Interviewee: Stephen Lu, MD –Trauma Surgeon University of New Mexico
Module Description: In Part 2 of 3, the scenario continues with the transport of the 8 yo boy by EMS to a rural emergency department. Laebon Lester, MD and the trauma team receive the patient and provide medical care for this pediatric trauma patient. Robert Sapien, MD and Stephen Lu, MD continue the discussion of pediatric trauma focusing on abdomen/chest injuries and trauma room care, assessment, intervention and diagnostics. This is Part 2 of 3 of an exciting, informative module series that is best completed, consecutively in a timely manner together.
Module 5Pediatric Abdomen and Chest Trauma | Part 3
Interviewee: Stephen Lu, MD–Trauma Surgeon University of New Mexico
Module Description: In Part 3 of 3, the MVC scenario resumes with the transport decision made to transfer the pediatric patient to a trauma center using air medical helicopter services. Robert Sapien, MD and Stephen Lu, MD continue their discussion on pediatric trauma focusing on transfer criteria and transport modes. The module and series concludes with current pediatric trauma and emergency education resources available.
Module 6 Pediatric Multiple Patient Incidents
Interviewee: Don Scott EMT-P –Emergency Manager Bernalillo County, New Mexico
Module Description: It is recess at an elementary school and a out of control motor vehicle veers into a group of children on the playground injuring multiple children. The school nurse is the first medical responder on scene. Don Scott, EMT-P, Emergency Manager for Bernalillo County, NM shares his wealth of experience and knowledge with interviewer Rob Elgie, RN on the topic of pediatric multiple patient incidents. Discussion focuses on first responder triage, scene management and emergency preparedness; emphasizing special considerations when children are involved. This course is a must for all healthcare providers in preparation for disaster management.