Looking for reliable trauma care resources? NQS’s Cat Colvin has gathered essential resources into one, quick-access reference guide.
Navigating the vast amount of information on trauma care can be overwhelming, especially when you’re in the middle of critical decision-making.
Let’s simplify things.
What’s in the trauma care reference guide
The NQS Trauma Care Quick Reference Guide gathers the best resources, best practice guidelines, protocols and key organizations involved in trauma care and management. The guide includes links and information on various professional associations, best practice guidelines, and links to important resources and conferences related to trauma care.
Have a look at some of the resources below (and get the full pdf at the bottom of the page).
1. One Simple, Go-To Resource
Easy and quick reference to essential links means no more searching all over. This guide centralizes all necessary information, saving time and effort for trauma program managers, registrars, and PI coordinators.
- American College of Surgeons (ACS) Main Site: www.facs.org
- ACS National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB) FAQS: NTDB FAQs
- ACS Trauma Quality Program (TQP) Resources: TQP Resources
- Trauma Center Association of American (TCAA): TCAA Home
- National Trauma Institute (NTI): NTI Resources
- Get more valuable links in the NQS Reference Guide pdf
2. Training and Educational Resources
Help your team stay informed on the latest developments and improve skills. Access links to educational portals and training materials that offer continuous professional development and adherence to best practices.
- ACS TQIP Education Portal via the TQIP Participant Hub
- Society of Trauma Nurses (STN) Education: STN Education
- American Trauma Society Training: ATS Course Calendar and click “Education” in nav for more education resources
- Pediatric Trauma Society Resources: Pediatric Trauma Resources and Online Education
- American Burn Association (ABA) Research and Resources: ABA Research and Resources
- Get more valuable links in the NQS Reference Guide pdf
3. Efficient Data Management
Access links to data dictionaries, coding resources, and trauma data banks that aid in accurate data collection and reporting. These are essential resources for data abstraction, quality improvement and research.
- ICD-10 Coding Resources: ICD-10 Data
- Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury: ASHA Practice Portal
- ACS QPort Data Center via the TQIP Participant Hub
- Organ Injury Scale: AAST Injury Scoring
- Fracture and Dislocation Compendium: Orthopaedic Trauma Association
- Get more valuable links in the NQS Reference Guide pdf
4. The Latest Guidelines and Protocols
Having the latest guidelines and protocols at your fingertips supports your program’s performance improvement efforts. This ensures that trauma care practices are up-to-date and based on the most current evidence and standards.
- ACS Best Practice Guidelines: ACS Guidelines
- National Guidelines for the Field Triage of Injured Patients National Guidelines
- Brain Trauma Foundation Guidelines via AAST: Brain Trauma Foundation
- Surviving Sepsis Guidelines 2021 Sepsis Guidelines
- Pediatric Trauma Life Support Guidelines: Pediatric Guidelines
- Get more valuable links in the NQS Reference Guide pdf
5. Professional Networks and Conferences
The guide lists important trauma care conferences and professional organizations, offering opportunities for networking, collaboration, and staying updated on the latest trends and research in trauma care. This can enhance professional growth and institutional knowledge.
- July 10-12, Western Pediatric Trauma Conference: WPTC2024
- July 18-21, Quality and Safety Conference: Quality and Safety Conference
- Aug 20-22, The Safe States Alliance Annual Conference: Annual Conference
- Sep 11- 14, 7th World Trauma Congress + 83rd Annual Meeting of AAST and Clinical Congress of Acute Care Surgery: World Trauma Congress + AAST Annual Meeting
- Nov 12-14, ACS TQIP Annual Conference: TQIP Conference
- Get more valuable links in the NQS Reference Guide pdf
Bonus: Free Tools
We also added free tools trauma care professionals have found useful:
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Streamline your trauma care resources. Download the NQS Quick Reference Guide now for immediate access to all these essential links and more.
Conclusion
Don’t let the complexity of trauma care become overwhelming. With the NQS Quick Reference Guide, you have a comprehensive, easy-to-use resource at your fingertips. Download your copy today and ensure you’re always prepared with the best practices and protocols in trauma care.
