In this episode, Dr. Dave Duncan of CalSTAR and REACH aeromedical and Dr. Kevin Mackey of Sacramento Regional Fire review the Sacramento County specific policy using Tranexamic Acid (TXA) for hemorrhage in trauma patients. There is also a review of setting up the TXA drip and tips on how to administer the medication effectively. This is Part 2 in the series. Refer to Part 1 for a discussion of TXA's historical use, indications and contraindications, as well as how effective TXA administration saves lives.
