University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics Conducts Trauma Courses for Local Health Care Facilities
Posted on Oct 28 2009
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Morrison Community Hospital Paramedics recently participated in the TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course), facilitated by the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. The purpose of TNCC is to present core-level knowledge, refine skills, and build a firm foundation in trauma nursing.  While paramedics frequently deal with trauma situations, it is beneficial for them to participate in these courses as a way to enhance their skills. 

Staff members from MCH, Mercy Medical Center, and Med Force joined together at the Super Wash Training Center in Morrison to increase their knowledge on how to quickly assess and treat a trauma patient.  All together the trauma course included 16-20 hours of trainings, four skill stations, and an evaluation.  “We continue to challenge ourselves, knowing that it can only benefit our patients.  These paramedics as well as our emergency room nurses at MCH have now successfully completed this advanced program,” said Steve Paulsen, Director of Ambulance Services and Education at Morrison Community Hospital.

According to the Emergency Nurses Association, “The magnitude of trauma as a national and international problem is documented by data that identifies injury as being the primary cause of death in persons under age 45. The optimal care of the trauma patient is best accomplished within a framework in which all members of the trauma team use a systematic, standardized approach to the care of the injured patient. Emergency nurses are essential members of the trauma team. Morbidity and mortality of trauma patients can be significantly reduced by educating nurses to provide competent trauma care. The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and its constituents have the responsibility to facilitate trauma-related, continuing education opportunities for nurses who provide care to trauma patients.”

TNCC Course Content Included:
• Initial Assessment
• Airway and Ventilation
• Shock
• Brain and Cranial Trauma
• Ocular, Maxillofacial, and Neck Trauma
• Abdominal Trauma
• Spinal Cord and Vertebral Column Trauma
• Surface and Burn Trauma
• Special Populations: Pregnant, Pediatric, and Older Adult Trauma Patients
• Disaster Management
• Transition of Care for the Trauma Patient
• Demonstration of the Trauma Nursing Process Station

On behalf of the participants and trainers, Morrison Community Hospital would like to thank Super Wash for graciously allowing them to utilize their training facility for the courses.  For more information about Morrison Community Hospital please visit their new website at www.morrisonhospital.com.