1. Initial Assessment Protocol
Equipment Readiness
- Emergency cart location: [specify location]
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Basic life support equipment
- Emergency medication kit
Staff Responsibilities
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Lead Physician: Emergency response coordination
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Nurse Manager: Equipment maintenance and checks
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Front Desk: Emergency services contact
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Medical Assistants: Patient stabilization support
2. Common Orthopedic Emergencies
Acute Compartment Syndrome
- Immediate pressure measurement equipment
- Surgical suite preparation protocol
- Transfer protocol if needed
Open Fractures
- Wound management supplies
- Tetanus status verification
- Antibiotic administration protocol
Acute Joint Infection
- Aspiration equipment
- Culture collection protocol
- Emergency imaging protocol
3. Emergency Response Procedures
Code Blue Protocol
- Immediate response team activation
- CPR initiation
- Emergency services contact
- Documentation requirements
Transfer Protocol
- Hospital contact information
- Transport arrangement procedure
- Patient documentation transfer
- Family notification process
4. Documentation Requirements
Emergency Event Record
- Time and date
- Nature of emergency
- Actions taken
- Personnel involved
- Patient outcome
Quality Assurance Review
- Monthly equipment checks
- Quarterly emergency drill schedule
- Annual protocol review
- Staff certification maintenance
[Practice Name] Emergency Protocol
Last Updated: [Date]
Approved By: [Medical Director]