Citation

Jewkes F. Trauma (Sage) 2004; 6(2): 121-133.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1191/1460408604ta306oa

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

The commonest cause of death in children is trauma, yet few studies have been undertaken to study their needs in the prehospital setting. This article examines the problems associated with seriously traumatized children in the prehospital setting and reviews their management with reference to the specific differences between adults and children. A systematic review of the primary survey is made. Other important aspects of their care including equipment, analgesia, child abuse and accident prevention are also discussed. The need for further research in this field to allow children to enjoy the standard of care afforded adults is emphasized.

Keywords analgesia, child, paediatric, prehospital, trauma

Language: en