Entrapment/Traumatic Event - Adult Pearls

What demographic history is obtained for entrapment?

Age.

What location history is obtained for entrapment?

Location of the entrapment.

What time history is obtained for entrapment?

Duration of the entrapment.

What scale is used for pain severity in entrapment history?

1 to 10.

What event history is obtained for entrapment?

Type of event involved.

What injury location history is obtained for entrapment?

Part of body affected.

What background history is obtained for entrapment?

Past medical history.

What reproductive history is obtained for entrapment?

Pregnancy status.

What allergy history is obtained for entrapment?

Drug allergies.

What drug history is obtained for entrapment?

Medications.

What movements may occur with ketamine?

Transient, non-purposeful movements.

What muscle effect may occur with ketamine?

Short term muscle rigidity.

What eye movement may occur with ketamine?

Nystagmus.

Do ketamine-associated movements require treatment?

No, they resolve on their own.

What airway-threatening effects should be watched for after ketamine?

Severe nausea, vomiting, or excessive oral secretions.

How common are severe nausea, vomiting, or excessive secretions with ketamine?

Uncommon.

Why are nausea, vomiting, and secretions a concern with ketamine?

They may compromise the airway.

What equipment should be readily available when giving ketamine?

Portable suction.