A 48 years male patient, victim of RTA presents to emergency room. Primary survey of this trauma patient includes all the following except
Measuring BP
Exposing body to rule out injuries
CT Abdomen for bleeder identification
Checking airway
Ans. (c) CT Abdomen for bleeder identificationRef: Schwartz principles of surgery, 10th ed; pg. 161-165Primary Survey* Airway with Cervical spine protection* Breathing and Ventilation* Circulation and hemorrhage control* Disability: Neurologic status* Exposure/Environment control: completely undress the patient; control hypothermia.Adjuncts to Primary Survey * ECG, Pulse Oximetry, ABGs* Urinary and Gastric catheters * Chest and Pelvic X rays* FAST and DPL
Trauma