Trauma Care
This involves the provision of appropriate care at a medical establishment to road crash victims with major and minor injuries. Minor injury: Injuries are treated by the patients themselves, a general practitioner or the accident and emergency department.
There are 5 levels of trauma centers: I, II, III, IV, and V. In addition, there is a separate set of criteria for pediatric level I & II trauma centers. The trauma center levels are determined by the kinds of trauma resources available at the hospital and the number of trauma patients admitted each year
How do you treat a trauma patient?
Help identify ways to relax. Face situations, people and places that remind them of the traumatic event— not to shy away. Take the time to resolve day-to-day conflicts so they do not build up and add to their stress. Identify sources of support including family and friends.