Trauma System Resources & Documents

Trauma System Planning

• Status of State Trauma System Planning and Development (Utilization Of The HRSA Model Trauma System Planning And Evaluation Document – NASEMSO, Sept 2016) 
  This document examines the general status of formal trauma system development in the states, and particularly the utilization of system development tools produced by HRSA and NHTSA.
  
• Model Trauma System Planning and Evaluation (HRSA, Feb 2006)
  This document uses a public health framework to help states design, assess, and improve inclusive trauma systems, including benchmarks, self‑assessment tools, and integration with EMS, public health, and all‑hazards preparedness.
• A National Trauma Care System: Integrating Military and Civilian Trauma Systems to Achieve Zero Preventable Deaths After Injury (NASEM, 2016). 
  This document outlines a learning health system and specific recommendations to link military and civilian trauma care in order to continuously improve outcomes and eliminate preventable deaths after injury.