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Bad breaks. Keep the priority & care of orthopedic injuries in proper perspective
Michael Strauss1, Brandon Bryant
1Department of Hyperbaric Medicine at Long Beach, (Calif.) Memorial Medical Center, USA. mstrauss@memorialcare.org
JEMS : a Journal of Emergency Medical Services
|June 19, 2002
Abstract:
The recognition and appropriate emergency management of orthopedic emergencies is essential to minimize damage and optimize outcome. Priorities, principles and good judgment can make a difference in the overall outcome for the injured patient. These orthopedic emergencies require a team approach to assessment and care. Therefore, collaboration with other EMS providers, nurses, physicians, surgeons and other health-care personnel is essential to the proper care of the patient.