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What is the first step in victim assessment?
What is the goal of the primary victim survey?
To determine life-threatening problems that require quick care
The primary survey includes checking the victim's responsiveness.
True
Which of the following is NOT a component of the primary survey?
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What does SAMPLE stand for in victim history taking?
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What should be checked during the secondary victim survey?
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Shock manifestations should be checked during the primary survey.
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In the primary survey, the acronym AVPU stands for __________.
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What should be done to open the airway if neck injury is suspected?
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Study Notes
Victim Assessment
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Danger Survey
- Assesses the environment to determine hazards, cause of injury and number of victims
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Primary Survey
- Identifies potentially life-threatening conditions requiring immediate attention.
- Steps:
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Responsiveness: Check by tapping and shouting "Are you okay?"
- If unresponsive, call for help (EMS, 123)
- Airway Opening: Open airway with head tilt/ chin lift or jaw thrust for suspected neck injury.
- Breathing: Check by looking, listening, and feeling for chest movement, breath sounds, and expired air.
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Circulation:
- Assess pulse for 5-10 seconds.
- Control severe bleeding if present.
- Check for shock symptoms (e.g., elevated legs).
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Responsiveness: Check by tapping and shouting "Are you okay?"
Secondary Survey
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Victim History (SAMPLE)
- Gather information from the victim, family, friends, or bystanders.
- Components:
- Signs and Symptoms:
- Allergies:
- Medications:
- Previous Medical History:
- Last Meal:
- Event:
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Physical Examination
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Vital Observations:
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Level of Consciousness (AVPU):
- Alert
- Verbal response
- Painful response
- Unconscious
- Breathing: Assess rate, rhythm, depth, and any difficulties.
- Pulse: Determine rate and rhythm.
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Skin Characteristics:
- Temperature: Check with the back of your hand
- Color: Look at face and lips.
- Moisture: Assess skin wetness
- Capillary Refill: Check the time taken for blood to return to the nail bed.
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Pain Characteristics (PQRST):
- Precipitating factors
- Quality of the pain
- Region/Radiation of pain
- Severity of the pain
- Timing of the pain
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Level of Consciousness (AVPU):
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Vital Observations:
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Test your knowledge on assessing victims in emergencies with this comprehensive quiz. Covering primary and secondary surveys, as well as key assessment techniques, this quiz is essential for anyone studying first aid. Make sure you're prepared to handle life-threatening situations effectively!
