Publications by authors named "William F Powers Iv"
Prehospital Hypertonic Saline Administration After Severe Traumatic Brain Injury.
Air Med J
September 2022
Article Synopsis
- A 25-year-old male suffered a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) from a high-speed car crash and was transported by paramedics using a severe TBI protocol that included administering 3% hypertonic saline to manage intracranial pressure.
- Upon arrival at the trauma center, he was diagnosed with a skull fracture and subdural hematoma, and continued receiving 3% hypertonic saline for the next 24 hours as part of an integrated medical care approach.
- The case highlights the importance of coordinated care across different healthcare systems in managing severe TBIs to improve patient outcomes, emphasizing the effectiveness of early interventions like hypertonic saline in preventing complications.