Intent (Expected Outcomes)

  • ERT is performed only at a surgically capable facility.
  • ERT is not performed in patients presenting in traumatic cardiac arrest of greater than 15 minutes duration and without signs of life on arrival.

Performance/Adherence Measures

  • All ERTs in theater were performed for appropriate indications in surgically capable MTFs.
  • ERT was not performed in any patient presenting in traumatic cardiac arrest of greater than 15 minutes.
  • All ERTs were performed with full adherence to standard precautions and wear of personal protective equipment.