No part of the scene size-up or primary assessment can be overlooked, but the way the steps play out ...

No part of the scene size-up or primary assessment can be overlooked, but the way the steps play out depends on the situation. You must balance concern for the patient's BEST interest along with which of the following?
 
  A) Prescribed approach
  B) Common sense
  C) Flexibility
  D) All of the above are required.

Question 2

En route to the scene of a shooting victim, dispatch informs you that the suspect has not been located yet. Based on this information, you should:
 
  A) be aware as you arrive on the scene that the patient may have committed suicide.
  B) wait until police arrive and secure the scene prior to approach.
  C) document this information.
  D) recognize the need to rapidly transport the victim.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a high priority finding in the primary assessment?
 
  A) Suspected internal bleeding
  B) Respiratory arrest
  C) Compromised airway
  D) Adequate breathing

Question 4

Trauma assessment and management begins with:
 
  A) assessing the airway.
  B) evaluating resources at scene.
  C) calculating kinetic energy.
  D) the scene size-up.