Ncm 118: Approach To Emergency Session 1 (Well-Enlightened)
what is ABCDE? correct answers Airway Breathing Circulation Disability Exposure Goals of ABCDE Approach correct answers ● Identify life-threatening conditions rapidly ● Ensure the airway stays open ● Ensure breathing and circulation are adequate to deliver oxygen to the body ABCDE Approach Elements: Airway with cervical spine immobilization correct answers - Check for obstruction - If trauma, immobilize cervical spine. ABCDE Approach Elements: Breathing plus oxygen if needed correct answers Ensure adequate movement of air into the lungs. ABCDE Approach Elements: Circulation with bleeding control and IV fluids correct answers - Determine if there is adequate perfusion - Check for life-threatening bleeding ABCDE Approach Elements: Disability correct answers - Assess and protect brain and spinal functions - Check AVPU/GCS, pupils and glucose ABCDE Approach Elements: Exposure and keep warm correct answers - Identify all injuries and environmental threats - Avoid hypothermia. "Essential skills" ASSESSING ABCDE - AIRWAY (CHAMRN) correct answers ● Cervical spine Immobilization
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