If needle thoracocentesis is attempted, and the child does not have a tension pneumothorax, the risk of causing a pneumothorax is 10–20%. Children who have had this procedure must have…

20.2 NASOPHARYNGEAL AIRWAY INSERTION Assess for any contraindications such as a base of skull fracture. 1 Select an appropriate size (length and diameter) of airway (see Chapter 5). 2 Lubricate the airway with…

The Initial Approach: Dangers, Responsive, Send for Help (DRS) In the external environment, it is essential that the rescuer does not become a second victim, and that the child is…

The name of the child The date and time that the film was taken The orientation (side marker position) The ABCD approach to radiographic interpretation is shown in the following…

Venous Cut-Down If speed is essential, it may be more appropriate to use the intraosseous route for immediate access, and to cut down later for continued fluid and drug therapy….

13.2 PRIMARY SURVEY During the primary survey life-threatening conditions are identified. Assessment follows the familiar ABC pattern with significant additions. Catastrophic external haemorrhage <C> A irway with cervical spine control B…

Necessary airway equipment Face masks Airways including laryngeal mask airways Self-inflating bag–valve–mask devices Tracheal tubes, introducers and connectors Suction devices Cricothyroidotomy cannulae The airway equipment indicated in the above box…