Open chest injuries
Procedure
direct pressure to the chest wound with a hand and/or a non-occlusive dressing should be applied.
and the patient is deteriorating, the dressing should be changed to prevent it from sealing the chest wound.
- 3.Transport in a position of comfort in a position that will not impair breathing.
- 4.Administer oxygen, if available.
- 5.Monitor vital signs.
Transportation may be done with the head uphill if this is the position of comfort for a person with chest injuries or breathing difficulties for any reason.