Assessments

Question 1

Continuous process of an assessment

Answer 1

1) Scene size up
2) Primary assessmentn (ABCs)
3) Secondary assements (situational trauma vs medical, rapid vs focused)
4) Secondary survey (head to toe assessment)
5) Ongoing assessment

Question 2

Safety

Answer 2

Environmental, Roadway threats, Interpersonal hazards

Question 3

BSI

Answer 3

Pre-COVID-Gloves , then escalate if necessary (face protection), surgical mask for patient maybe
COVID-Gloves, surgical mask, visor
Patient gets surgical mask
Escalate to N95, gown, head/foot covers

Question 4

Life threats

Answer 4

Shock, neuro, cardiac, respiratory