Interventions for Internal Abdominal Injuries

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Management

-patients with multiple trauma should be assumed to have a spinal cord injury until it is proven otherwise

-immobilize the spine.

Initial Interventions

1. Carefully position the victim on his or her back and loosen any tight clothing.
2. Allow the victim to bend knees slightly if this eases the pain; put support under the knees (unless you suspect a spinal injury).
3. Call 911.
4. Treat the victim for shock and monitor the victim's breathing. 
*Do not let the victim eat or drink*

Ongoing Monitoring

-Monitor pulse

-Level of consciousness

-Maintain patient warmth using blankets or anything else available