What is the first step in assessing a trauma patient in a pre-hospital setting?
The initial assessment in trauma care focuses on the ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) to identify and manage life-threatening conditions first.
During the secondary survey of a patient, what is the main focus?
The secondary survey is a detailed, systematic examination of the patient from head to toe to identify any injuries or medical conditions that were not found during the primary survey.
When assessing a patient's level of consciousness, which tool is most commonly used?
The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is widely used to assess a patient's level of consciousness based on eye, verbal, and motor responses, giving a score that helps gauge the severity of a patient's condition.
Which mnemonic is commonly used to gather a patient’s history during assessment
SAMPLE stands for Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, and Events leading up to the present illness/injury, and is used to obtain a thorough history from the patient.
What does the "P" in the OPQRST mnemonic stand for when assessing a patient's pain?
The "P" in OPQRST stands for Provocation/Palliation, which assesses what causes the pain or makes it better or worse, helping to identify the nature of the pain.