Head-to-toe check after the Primary Survey (DRABC) is complete
The Secondary Assessment is a head-to-toe check carried out after the Primary Survey (DRABC) is complete and the casualty is conscious and breathing. It helps identify non-life-threatening injuries and monitor the casualty’s condition.
Ask questions to gather information using the SAMPLE acronym:
| Letter | Meaning | Example Questions |
|---|---|---|
| S | Signs & Symptoms | What can you see? How do they feel? |
| A | Allergies | Do you have any allergies? |
| M | Medications | Are you on any medication? What for? |
| P | Past Medical History | Have you had this problem before? Any ongoing conditions? |
| L | Last Meal | When did you last eat or drink? |
| E | Events Leading Up | What were you doing when it happened? |
Explain what you're doing and check for bleeding, swelling, deformity, or pain:
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