Primary Survey and Resuscitation Interventions

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remember ABCDE!!!

A: airway

-establish patent airway

B:breathing

-asess breath sounds and respiratory effort

C:circulation

-monitor vital signs esp blood pressure and pulse

D: Disability

-evaluate client's LOC

E: Exposure

-remove all clothing for a complete physical assessment. prevent hypothermia by covering body with blankets.

The most common reasons why people seek ED care are:

chest pain, abdominal pain, headache, and fever.