Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is always in the back of our minds when treating polytrauma patients. Unfortunately, the evidence has a controversial history. More and more, we are reminded of how a basic approach is much more important than other therapies that have little evidence to support their effectiveness. In fact, some may even cause harm.
Tune in to a podcast where we debunk these common TBI myths. Also, this is the debut episode of Dr. Amanda Humphries-Ventura as an official HLTH team member.
3 H’s to Avoid:
Hyperventilation
Hypoxia (SpO2 <90%)
Hypotension (SBP <90)
3 G’s of GCS:
Gorked
Goofy
Good
Remember: SAVE THE PENUMBRA!