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Trauma in Chapter 54 Assessment

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What should EMS do first when arriving at a trauma scene with suspected hemorrhage?

Perform scene size-up and ensure standard precautions

What is included in scene size-up for hemorrhagic trauma?

MOI, time since injury, hazards, and patient presentation

In a large-scale incident, scene oversight should involve:

A structured incident management system assigning team roles

What component is assessed first in the primary assessment of a shock patient?

Mental status and general impression

During the primary assessment, CUPS is used to:

Categorize patient priority

A secondary assessment should NOT be performed if:

The ABCs are unstable and cannot be corrected

Which sign on chest assessment may indicate a life-threatening injury?

Muffled heart sounds or asymmetrical movement

What should be done first during a rapid trauma assessment?

Control immediate hemorrhage

What finding during neck assessment is concerning in a trauma patient?

Jugular vein distention or subcutaneous emphysema

A fractured pelvis can result in:

Significant internal hemorrhage

A focused trauma assessment is performed when:

The patient is stable with no significant MOI or systemic signs

A tilt test may be used to evaluate:

Syncope or orthostatic hypotension

What signs are providers looking for when suspecting internal bleeding?

Signs of local injury and unexplained shock

The chief complaint and medications fall under which assessment step?

Medical history

When is a detailed physical exam appropriate in a trauma patient?

After transport has been initiated and life threats managed

What are essential components of reassessment?

Repeat of primary assessment, vitals, GCS, and monitoring