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When does the secondary survey being
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After primary survey is done and resuscitation efforts are established and patient is demonstrating normal vital functions
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What you ask on a history
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Allergy Medication Past Medical/Pregnancy Last meal Event/Environment related to injury |
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What are some examples of events that could have happened
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Blunt trauma
Penetrating trauma Burn/Cold exposure Hazardous Environment |
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Should you remove a penetrating object that is above the clavicle
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No, you need to consult surgery
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Should you do a DRE on a secondary survey
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Yes to assess high riding prostate, pelvic fracture, or blood in bowel if injury suspected
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What is the glasgow coma scale
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Look at chart
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What should you do if there is a deterioration in neurologic function
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Re-evaluate ABC
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How much should the urine output be
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(0.5/ml/kg/hr)
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What would you do for definitive care
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1. Analgesia with titrated opiate analgesic and anti-emetics
2. Appropriate consult and transfer 3. Document, document, document |
