Lesson 2: Secondary Survey

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​The secondary survey is indicated in all trauma patients once the patient has been resuscitated and stabilized. The purpose of the secondary survey is to obtain a complete history of the patient, to perform a head-to-toe physical exam, and to reassess all vital signs with the aim to detect any other significant, but not immediately life-threatening injuries. If during the examination, any deterioration is detected, one must go back and reassess the primary survey.

At the end of this lesson, you will  be able to understand:

• Obtain a complete history of the patient
• Perform head-to-toe physical examination of a trauma patient 
• Reassessment of vital signs
• Identification of life-threatening injuries

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