1.
Clin Pediatr (Phila)
; 23(2): 78-80, 1984 Feb.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-6692639
ABSTRACT
A pediatric trauma patient whose initial management was assisted by antishock trousers is presented along with a discussion of the usage and cautions of this device.
Subject(s)
Gravity Suits , Shock, Traumatic/therapy , Blood Pressure , Child , Emergencies , Female , Humans
2.
J Fam Pract
; 15(2): 349-52, 1982 Aug.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-7097172
ABSTRACT
Antishock trousers have become increasingly accepted by the medical community, especially by emergency departments. As new and varied uses for this lifesaving tool are described, it becomes necessary for all physicians to be acquainted with the use of the device. A brief history, rationale, and indications are presented along with a suggested protocol.