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Scenario: Military Field Medicine


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Scenario Overview:
You have a fallen soldier with their left leg blown off. They are breathing and drifting in and out of consciousness.
Difficulty:
HCP
How the scenario should progress:
The First Aider/Medic should approach the scene with caution to ensure that there is no active fire and that the casualty is able to be treated safely.
Patient 1:
Name: Thomas Thornton     Age: 28    Sex: Male
Medication: None
Allergies: Ibuprofen
Past medical/family/social history: None
Findings on examination: Left leg amputation below the knee. Breathing rates normal. Drifting in and out of consciousness
Possible treatment from first aiders: Apply tourniquet, monitor vitals, ensure airways open
No Observations Given
Airway:
Breathing?
Respirations:
Pulse:
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Scenario submitted by: Anonymous