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Trauma Primary Survey

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title: "Trauma Primary Survey"

Trauma Primary Survey

Key Facts

Trauma primary survey follows ABCDE with simultaneous C-spine immobilisation

NEXUS criteria for C-spine clearance: no midline tenderness, no focal neuro deficit, normal alertness, no intoxication, no distracting injury

Tension pneumothorax is a clinical diagnosis requiring immediate chest decompression (needle: 2nd ICS at/just lateral to MCL or 4th/5th ICS just anterior to mid-axillary line)

Overview

This article covers ABCDE in trauma, Life-threatening injuries, Adjuncts.

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ABCDE in trauma

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Life-threatening injuries

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Adjuncts

EFAST (Extended FAST) - four views for free fluid + lung sliding

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Sources

  • CC Bible
  • ATLS
  • ANZCOR Guidelines

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Related Topics

See also: Shock: The Complete Guide, Airway Emergency, Cervical Spine Injury