#1
In secondary assessment, what does the acronym ABCDE stand for?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure
ExplanationPrimary assessment sequence in trauma care.
#2
Which vital sign is typically assessed first in a secondary assessment?
Respiratory rate
ExplanationCritical for assessing breathing effectiveness.
#3
What is the purpose of the Disability component in the secondary assessment?
To assess consciousness and neurological function
ExplanationEvaluates neurological status.
#4
During the secondary assessment, what does the term 'AMPLE' represent?
Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events
ExplanationInformation gathering for history.
#5
What is the primary purpose of a secondary assessment in medical evaluations?
To establish a diagnosis
ExplanationDetermining the underlying issue.
#6
Which of the following is NOT typically part of the Exposure component in a secondary assessment?
Assessing for hypothermia
ExplanationNot directly related to exposure evaluation.
#7
What is the significance of assessing capillary refill time (CRT) during a secondary assessment?
To evaluate peripheral circulation and perfusion
ExplanationIndicates circulatory function.
#8
In the secondary assessment of trauma patients, what does the term 'DEFG' stand for?
Disability, Exposure, Fluid status, Gastrointestinal assessment
ExplanationComprehensive trauma assessment.
#9
What does the term 'SAMPLE' represent in the context of secondary assessment?
Signs and symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events
ExplanationSystematic history taking.
#10
During a secondary assessment, what does the 'PERRLA' acronym assess?
Pupils, Equal, Round, Reactive to Light, Accommodation
ExplanationEvaluates eye response.
#11
In the context of secondary assessment, what does the acronym 'DCAP-BTLS' stand for?
Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling
ExplanationTrauma assessment mnemonic.
#12
What is the purpose of the 'Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma' (FAST) during a secondary assessment?
To detect free fluid in the abdominal and thoracic cavities
ExplanationIdentifying internal bleeding.