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Learning Goals:

  • Recognise life-threatening limb injuries as part of the trauma primary survey
  • Recognise and differentiate limb-threatening injuries
  • Learn the steps of catastrophic haemorrhage control 
  • Understand key concepts in temporizing management of limb injuries including wound dressings, traction and fracture splinting
  • Anticipate and actively look for complications of limb trauma such as compartment syndrome.