Blunt polytrauma presents to urban ED with requirement for airway, head injury and hemorrhagic shock management.

Educational Goals

Appropriate application of ATLS principles in a tertiary centre.

Objectives (Medical and CRM)

1. Recognize key elements of pre-arrival history and make specific preparations for care based on this information.
2. Apply a stepwise, organized ATLS approach to a trauma patient.
3. Recognize the need for airway management in an unstable trauma patient.
4. Resuscitate with blood products in a timely fashion.
5. Ensure appropriate use.