How this exercise works
Rank multi-system trauma interventions from most to least urgent. Hemorrhage control and airway still precede detailed extremity care.
Fundamental concept
Ranking hemorrhage control, airway management, and stabilization before definitive fracture care in complex trauma.
Read: Multi-System Trauma Intervention Priority →Scenario
IED blast: primary blast lung injury suspected, RR 32, SpO₂ 88%, tympanic membrane rupture, abdominal pain.
Drag items into priority order — highest priority at the top.
Available
IV access; monitor for delayed hemorrhage and compartment syndrome
Full body exam for occult penetrating fragments
High-flow oxygen; avoid hyperventilation; prepare for RSI if failing
Trauma center; consider delayed presentation of bowel injury
Assess for tension pneumothorax and decompress if indicated
Priority order
1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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