Raven EMS Education Program ManualTrauma Wound Packing Evaluation Form
Date:
Student name:
Evaluator name:
Steps:
Take BSI precautions.
Apply direct pressure to the wound.
Explain the procedure to the patient (if conscious).
Expose the injury.
Gain internal occlusion of the vessel to control hemorrhage.
Pack hemostatic or other gauze to the bone at the bleeding site, keeping continuous pressure during packing.
Pack regular (nonhemostatic) gauze on top of the dressing to completely fill the wound cavity.
Hold pressure for 1 minute (Celox), 3 minutes (Combat Gauze), or 10 minutes (regular gauze).
Ensure bleeding has stopped (peel hands away slowly).
Apply a pressure bandage over the dressing and secure it in place.
Place the patient in the supine position.
Administer high-flow oxygen.
Keep the patient warm.
Provide rapid transport.
Accepts evaluation and criticism professionally.
Shows willingness to learn/asks appropriate questions.
Interacts with simulated patient and other personnel in a professional manner (ie, uses appropriate name, explains procedures, maintains modesty, is courteous to crew, etc).
Passing criteria:
Pass: At least 70% (? of ?) successfully completed above. Currently at 0% completed.
Fail.
Does not take or verbalize BSI precautions.
Did not explain and reassure the patient to allow informed consent.
Does not apply a high concentration of oxygen.
Does not control the hemorrhage using correct procedures in a timely manner.
Does not indicate the need for immediate transportation.
