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Major Trauma – Injuries by Assault

Don't Forget the Bubbles

This should include early identification of life-threatening injuries, targeted fluid resuscitation using blood products, pain management, then eventual safeguarding and psychological support. E.g. burns, neurosurgery, interventional radiology. Establish IV access for potential fluid resuscitation. Administer O2 if necessary.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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In addition to addressing physical injuries secondary to violence, clinicians should screen refugee patients for suicidality, engage forensic nurse examiners for victims of assault, and connect patients with social work or case management resources. Physical injuries and burns among refugees in Lebanon: implications for programs and policies.