Resuscitation of the Trauma Patient

Book Chapter · Acute Care Surgery and Trauma: Evidence-Based Practice (2nd ed.)

This chapter provides an evidence-based overview of trauma resuscitation, focusing on the early recognition and management of life-threatening injuries. The authors address principles of hemorrhage control, fluid resuscitation, physiologic monitoring, and team-based decision-making in the acute trauma setting. Emphasizing timely intervention and protocol-driven care, the chapter serves as a practical guide for optimizing outcomes during the critical initial phases of trauma management.

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