Acute Traumatic Wound Management in the Prolonged Field Care Setting

Introduction

This Role 1, prolonged field care (PFC) guideline is intended for use after Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines when evacuation to higher level of care is not immediately possible. A provider must first be an expert in TCCC. The intent of this guideline is to provide evidence- and experience-based solutions to those who manage both simple and complex wounds in an austere environment. Emphasis is placed on the basics of wound care, using the tools most familiar to a Role 1 provider. Ideal hospital techniques are adapted to meet the PFC environment while still maintaining the highest standards of care possible.