The student will have observed the assessment of a trauma victim and be able to describe a systematic prioritized approach, be aware of life-threatening conditions and actions that may be required immediately to stabilise the patient.
Be able to recognise and know how to manage hypovolaemic shock.
Know the principles of anaesthesia in the presence of head injury and major trauma.
Know the initial management of cervical spine injury and be able to provide cervical spine immobilisation.
Be aware of trauma systems and the link between prehospital care and trauma centres and trauma units
