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Trauma Reports – November 1, 2007
November 1, 2007
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Blunt Trauma Evaluation and Management: Pitfalls to Avoid
Trauma patients frequently present to the emergency department for evaluation. Early identification of injuries, a thorough diagnostic evaluation, and timely management improve outcomes. Understandably, high-risk patients with the potential for decompensation on missed injuries mandate a thorough and comprehensive evaluation. This article identifies and reviews areas where diagnostic errors may occur.