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Case: Major incident

It is a busy Saturday evening in a tertiary ED where you are working as a junior FACEM. The NUM has received a call from the head of the local ambulance service informing them that a bomb has just gone off at a music concert. They have declared a major incident.

1. Define the term ‘major incident’ when used in a medical context. (2 marks) 2 marks

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You will be receiving > 40 casualties who have all sustained blast injuries.

2. Complete the table below describing the 4 different categories of blast injuries with an example of each. (8 marks) 8 marks

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3. In additional to relevant clinical services (ie. blood bank/pathology/radiology/OT staff), list (4) key individuals/services who must also be informed once a major incident such as this has been declared. (4 marks) 4 marks

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As the consultant in charge, you are responsible for preparing the department to receive the casualties.

4. Outline (4) key components of preparing the department. (4 marks) 4 marks

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