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1
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3 stages of secondary survey

A

History, vital signs, assessment. [in a loop]

2
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SAMPLE

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Signs and symptoms
Allergies
Medication
Past medical history
Last meal
Events - including family and social history
3
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Breathing rates:

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Adult = 12-20
5-11 = 20-25
2-5 = 25-30
1-2 = 25-35
0-12 months = 30-40
4
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Signs

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What can you see, feel, hear?

pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, LOC (AVPU), pupil reaction, skin (texture/colour/temperature), vomit

5
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Symptoms

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What the patient tells you.

palpitations, nausea, dizziness, pain

6
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Physical Assessment

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head to toe survey:
head and face
neck
thorax (between head and abdomen)
abdomen
pelvis
extremities
spine
(check for medi-alert jewellery)
7
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Head to Toe Examination

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Visualise
Listen
Palpate (gently feel with hands/fingers)
Compare (symmetry)
Distal Pulses
Full movement all limbs
8
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Examining Children

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Consider foot to head to gain trust.
Never lie to a child - you’ll loose their trust.
Consider demonstrating on a child’s toy.