A 28-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after a high-speed motor vehicle collision. He is conscious and speaking. The primary survey ...

Question

A 28-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after a high-speed motor vehicle collision. He is conscious and speaking. The primary survey shows a patent airway, adequate breathing and no external haemorrhage. What is the next priority in the structured trauma assessment?

Accepted Answer

Assess circulation including blood pressure, pulse and signs of shock

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Perform a full secondary survey

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Assess disability with GCS and pupils

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Expose the patient fully to examine for injuries

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Arrange immediate CT scans of head and neck

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Primary trauma survey

A 28-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after a high-speed motor vehicle collision. He is conscious and speaking. The primary survey shows a patent airway, adequate breathing and no external haemorrhage. What is the next priority in the structured trauma assessment?