Pediatric Multisystem Trauma: Little People, Different Challenges

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Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN Related seminars and products

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Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN, is a trauma performance improvement nurse with over 40 years of experience in emergency, trauma, EMS and education. She has been teaching and speaking at conferences since 1986 and has experience in textbook review and has authored several test banks for EMS and nursing textbooks.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Lisa Hollett Evenbly maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital and DHR Health. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Lisa Hollett Evenbly is a member of the Society of Trauma Nurses and Emergency Nurses Association.

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Objectives

1. Identify and evaluate the unique physiological and anatomical differences in pediatric patients that influence the management of multisystem trauma.
2. Develop and implement effective, evidence-based strategies for stabilizing and treating pediatric patients with multisystem trauma in emergency settings.
3. Enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and communication to optimize outcomes for pediatric trauma patients across various healthcare environments.

Outline

Introduction to Pediatric Multisystem Trauma 

• Overview of pediatric trauma epidemiology
• Importance of understanding pediatric-specific trauma care
• Common causes and types of multisystem trauma in children

Pediatric Physiology and Anatomy Considerations

• Key differences between pediatric and adult trauma patients
• Implications of these differences on trauma assessment and management
• Age-specific considerations in trauma care

Initial Assessment and Triage

• Conducting a pediatric-focused primary and secondary survey
• Identifying life-threatening injuries and prioritizing interventions
• Use of pediatric trauma scoring systems

Management of Common Pediatric Traumatic Injuries

• Head and spinal trauma
• Musculoskeletal trauma
• Managing shock and hemorrhage in pediatric patients

Emergency Interventions and Stabilization

• Airway management and respiratory support in children
• Fluid resuscitation and blood transfusion protocols
• Pain management and sedation considerations

Interdisciplinary Team Approach

• Importance of communication and coordination in trauma scenarios
• Strategies for effective teamwork under pressure

Target Audience

• Nurses
• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Physicians
• Clinical Nurse Specialists