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Clinical practice guidelines for trauma

V​​​ancouver General Hospital (VGH) Trauma Services has developed Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) to optimize care of the trauma patient.

Related: VGH Trauma Services

These VGH Trauma Services guidelines are evidence-based best practice recommendations. They are not a substitute for clinical experience and knowledge. Expert advice is essential when there is any doubt about the best decision for an individual patient.

Please review the Vancouver Coastal Health Terms and Conditions prior to reproducing and/or referring to the VGH CPGs.

CPGs

    • 8 Hour Assessment (Adult Major Burns Clinical Practice Guidelines)​

    • First 8 Hours Post Burn (Adult Major Burns Clinical Practice Guidelines)

    • ICU Fluid Resuscitation and Monitoring for Adult Patients with Severe Burns

    • Major Burn Fluid Resuscitation Flowsheet

    • Major Burn - Initial 24 hours Fluid Resuscitation Orders for Adults (Regional)

    • TBSA Burn Estimation Chart (Adult Major Burn Clinical Practice Guideline)

    • ​COVID-19 Implementation Plan​

    • Pandemic Trauma Roles & Responsibilities Safety Checklist

    • Surgery COVID-19 Guidelines