Journal of trauma nursing : the official journal of the Society of Trauma Nurses
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This study describes current trauma nursing education requirements and nursing perception for additional pediatric trauma education. A web-based survey was electronically distributed to members of Society of Trauma Nurses. ⋯ Strong support exists for the development of an additional pediatric trauma course with a skills station. Basic concepts of primary/secondary survey, airway management, and fluid management for hypovolemic shock should be a high priority within this curriculum.
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Trarumatic brain injuries (TBIs) affect more than 1.4 million Americans annually. Trauma nurses caring for these patients routinely perform serial neurologic assessments, including pupillary examinations. ⋯ Therefore, the purpose of this article is to identify the key components of a pupillary examination and its associated physiologic response. A case study is provided to illustrate the application of this information among patients with TBI.
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Truma surgery today is facing a number of significant challenges that offer a stimulus for growth and evolution of tl practice. To successfully face these challenges, reexamination of the discipline, the current practice models for its providers, and the definition/scope of the specialty will be necessary. Further development and application of the cute care surgery model may represent the future direction for trauma care practitioners.
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Attaining verification as a Level II Trauma Center requires dedication, flexibility, and continuous education. This article contains the history, birth, and growth of a Level II Trauma Center through a trauma resource clinician's experiences. It is intended to share the thoughts, processes, and technological advances of establishing a Level II Trauma Center.
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Patterns of trauma and trauma systems in New Zealand are similar to those in Australia. Both countries have geographical considerations, terrain and distance, that can cause delay to definitive care. There are only 7 hospitals in New Zealand that currently manage major trauma patients, and consequently, trauma patients are often hospitalized some distance from their homes. ⋯ This national system also has a rehabilitation focus. The actual funds are managed by the hospitals, and this allows hospital staff to provide optimum care for trauma patients. New Zealand works closely with Australia in the development of a national trauma registry, research, and education in trauma care for patients in Australasia (the islands of the southern Pacific Ocean, including Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea).