Preface
The Faculty and Staff
of the Trauma Program at UK Healthcare are pleased to present the Trauma
Protocol Manual. This manual has been created based upon best practice
guidelines in the field and is continually updated and expanded to include more
resource material relevant to the variety of disciplines involved in the care
of the multi-injured trauma patient. The UK Trauma Program strives to deliver
timely and effective care to the injured patient utilizing evidence-based
guidelines and protocols. This manual outlines expectations and standards of
care appropriate for Level 1 Trauma Center designation.
To further enhance
trauma care internally and in our service region, the Trauma Protocol Manual is
published on-line via uktraumaprotocol.blogspot.com, the Department of Surgery
Website, the Trauma Program Website and the University of Kentucky CareWeb.
These sites may be accessed at the web addresses listed below. New and/or
updated protocols/guidelines will be posted on the website. The UK Trauma
Program recommends periodic review of the site to monitor for latest revisions.
Providers who identify opportunities for revision that will make the manual
even more evidence-based should contact the Trauma Medical Director.
Dept of Surg, Trauma & Critical Care:
www.mc.uky.edu/surgery/General/trauma.asp
Trauma Program: www.mc.uky.edu/TraumaServices University of
Kentucky
CareWeb: www.hosp.uky.edu/careweb
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