AMPUTATED PART                                                                                                                                        SOG 9.4

Basic

I. Initial Assessment

Assess ABC's.
Administer oxygen as needed.
Control external bleeding if needed.
II. Focused History and Physical Exam
Identify mechanism of injury.
Care of amputated part:
Rinse the part gently with saline to remove debris.
Place amputated part in plastic bag and label with name and date.
Place in mixture of ice and water.
III. Ongoing Assessment
Reassess interventions.