Tier 2 Basic Fracture Management: You are in a SAFE and SECURE location – The primary learning objective of this scenario is to briefly review fracture management and splinting. The estimated time to complete this scenario is 5 minutes. This scenario occurs in the Tactical Field Care Phase. Equipment Available: Combat Life Saver Pack. Evacuation/Disposition is possible through the tablet. Selecting the patient’s disposition will end the exercise.
Patient Communication
Patient: Can you tell me your name?
Response: I think it's Robert?
Location: Head
Patient: Do you remember what happened?
Response: There was an explosion. People were screaming so I ran.
Location: Head
Patient: Do you feel any pain?
Response: Yes. My legs are killing me.
Location: Head
Patient: Do you have any medical problems?
Response: No. I don't think I have any medical problems.
Location: Head
Patient: Do you have any allergies?
Response: No. I don't think I have any allergies.
Location: Head
Patient: Do you take any medications?
Response: No. I don'tt hink I take any medications.
Location: Head
Patient: Are you feeling dizzy or confused?
Response: Yeah. I'm not really sure where I am right now.
Location: Head
Patient: Are you having trouble breathing?
Response: No. I think I can breathe normally.
Location: Head
Patient: Can you see clearly?
Response: For the most part yes.
Location: Head
Patient: Do you feel any swelling in your throat?
Response: No. I don't think so.
Location: Head
Patient: Are your lips or tongue swollen?
Response: No. My lips is normal.
Location: Head
Patient: Is your voice hoarse or different?
Response: I think it sounds normal.
Location: Head
Patient: Do you have any numbness or tingling in your toes?
Response: No. I don't think so.
Location: Head
Scoring Details
Exam: Assessment: Palpate Right Leg (Proximal)
Exam: Assessment: Palpate Right Leg (Medial)
Exam: Assessment: Palpate Right Leg (Distal)
Place SAM splints on the right leg
Patient disposition: Medical Evacuation