Strangulation

RN. 1999 Feb;62(2):32-5; quiz 36.

Abstract

This final installment in our series focuses on survivors of hangings and other forms of strangulation. We'll cover neck anatomy, the four types of strangulation, and the interventions that can keep patients' injuries from turning deadly.

MeSH terms

  • Emergency Treatment
  • Family / psychology
  • Female
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Homicide*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neck Injuries* / diagnosis
  • Neck Injuries* / etiology
  • Neck Injuries* / nursing
  • Nursing Assessment
  • Suicide*