Patient Assessment Flashcards
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Q
B in ABCDE of Life Threats
A
Breathing
1
Q
A in ABCDE of Life Threats
A
Airway
2
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C in in ABCDE of Life Threats
A
Circulation
3
Q
D in ABCDE of Life Threats
A
Decision
4
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E in ABCDE of Life Threats
A
Expose
5
Q
When assessing Airway… (2)
A
1) Open the Airway
2) Look into the mouth and clear obvious obstructions.
6
Q
When assessing Breathing… (3)
A
1) Look
2) Listen
3) Feel
7
Q
When assessing Circulation… (2)
A
1) Check radial pulse
2) Sweep for severe bleeding
8
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When assessing Disability/Decison… (2)
A
1) Observe spine precautions
2) Avoid moving the patient
9
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When assessing Expose… (1)
A
1) Expose and examine the major injury.
