Question

A 25-year-old with severe head trauma arrives in the emergency department. Which immediate management step is crucial according to ATLS guidelines

Accepted Answer

Stabilise the cervical spine and secure the airway

Answer

Immediate CT scan without stabilisation

Answer

Administer broad-spectrum antibiotics first

Answer

Check pupillary response only

Answer

Obtain intravenous contrast study

Practice question

A 25-year-old with severe head trauma arrives in the emergency department. Which immediate management step is crucial according to ATLS guidelines