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 Published: 28/11/2011

Role of the General Surgery Registrar

Expedite surgical and radiological intervention.
Confirm the secondary survey findings.
Perform invasive examinations.

Responsibilities:
1. Needle thoracocentesis
2. Intercostal drainage
3. Pericardiocentesis
4. Arrest external bleeding
5. Urinary catheterisation
6. Diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL) and/or FAST scan
7. Review secondary survey
8. During logroll, examine back and perform rectal examination
9. Arrange CT, angiography if indicated
10. Arrange OR if appropriate and gain consent

Last updated on 28/11/2011