Sunday was just one of those days. State HOG Rally Committee meeting this morning... had breakfast with some friends then headed out to Mokuleia to watch the polo matches (OK.. it was for the free food). On the way back up Kaukonahua Road we encounter a motorcycle versus guardrail crash that was BAD.
Multiple lacerations including a bad one to the head, right forearm and hand, and a compound fracture in the lower right leg...
People were on the phone with dispatchers, and two guys were tending to the victim, who was thrown off the road and into deep california grass. Listening to the conversation, I asked if anyone had assessed the right leg beyond what was visible, as his leg was out of view and under the grass.
The concern was bleeding as his leg was his lowest point. I was able to slide down the hill and get to the victim and able to asses. There was a severe laceration on the top of his foot, but it was not bleeding.
A trauma nurse stopped by with bag and supplies... she was better able to asses him, wrap the laceration on his head and forearm.
At this point he was awake, but not 100% coherent. He was however in pain as the EMT's showed up.
We were able to brief the EMT's of each of his known injuries... as reinforcements arrived to help get him out of the ditch. It took some effort to get the victim on the board and finally slide him up and out of the ditch.
EMT's treated and stabilized him in the ambulance and finally took him to be treated.
The ASMI training course I took earlier this year was well worth the time to be able to help a brother during his time of need.
I only know his first name, and brother: Prayers to you for a full and speedy recovery. Your Ohana (Family)was there for you.... prayers to them in thier time of grief as they pray for you also.
To the rest of my brothers and sisters... be safe out there.
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