Treating Common Injuries

Learn how to treat common injuries in Barotrauma, including burns, lacerations, and organ damage. This guide covers essential medical supplies and techniques for crew survival.

This guide provides information on treating common injuries in Barotrauma. While the provided source text focuses on missions and does not detail specific injury treatments, this section aims to cover general medical practices within the game.

Common Injuries and Treatments:

• Burns: Caused by fire or explosions. Treat with a Burn Balm or by applying a Bandage.
• Lacerations: Deep cuts from creature attacks or sharp objects. Treat with a Bandage or a Medical Pack.
• Organ Damage: Can result from severe trauma or certain creature attacks. Requires a Medical Pack and potentially surgery or specialized medical equipment.
• Poisoning/Venom: From creature bites or environmental hazards. Treat with Antidote or specific medical items depending on the poison.
• Suffocation/Drowning: Caused by lack of oxygen or being underwater without proper gear. Requires immediate return to a breathable atmosphere and potentially oxygenation.
• Fractures: Broken bones from heavy impacts. Treat with a Splint or a Medical Pack.

Essential Medical Supplies:

• Bandages: For minor wounds and lacerations.
• Medical Packs: For more severe injuries, including organ damage and fractures.
• Burn Balm: Specifically for treating burns.
• Antidote: To counteract various poisons and venoms.
• Morphine/Painkillers: To manage pain and potentially reduce bleeding.
• Syringes: For administering specific drugs or treatments.
• Defibrillator: To revive drowned or electrocuted crew members.

General Tips for Medical Care:

• Keep a well-stocked medical cabinet on your submarine.
• Train your crew in medical skills to improve treatment effectiveness.
• Prioritize treating critical injuries first.
• Ensure you have the necessary supplies before engaging in dangerous missions.
• Be aware of the specific weaknesses and attack types of creatures that can inflict different injuries.