TF-2 Wound Management in the Wilderness Workshop

Abstract

Introduction: Acute traumatic wounds are common, consistently ranking in the top ten reasons for emergency department visits for adult males and all pediatric patients under the age of 15 (1). In the wilderness setting, a comprehensive approach to acute wound care is especially critical. Definitive treatment can be hours to weeks away. The limitation of available medical resources and the variety of acute traumatic wounds present a challenge. This instructional module will present an evidence-based approach to acute wound management, describe techniques that are applicable in remote and unclean environments, and provide a hands-on experience to adult learners of both medical and non-medical backgrounds.