Unit 11: Head to Toe (Secondary) Survey

These flashcards cover key concepts and terms related to the Head to Toe survey for assessing casualties in emergency situations.

Head to Toe Survey

A systematic and thorough check of a casualty to assess injuries or problems.

Signs

Observable indicators of a condition that can be seen, heard, felt, or smelled.

Symptoms

Feelings or complaints expressed by the casualty describing how they are feeling.

History

Information about what has happened to the casualty prior to the examination.

Recovery Position

A position in which an unconscious casualty is placed to maintain an open airway.

Systematic

Done in an orderly way according to a plan or method.

Thorough

Complete and detailed; not leaving anything out.

Initial Emergency Treatment

Immediate care given to a casualty before conducting further assessments.

Vital Signs

Indicators of a person's health status, such as pulse and breathing rate.

Secondary Survey

An in-depth assessment performed after the primary survey to identify additional injuries.

Casualty Report Form

A document used to record findings and actions taken during the assessment of a casualty.

Primary Survey

The initial assessment of a casualty to identify life-threatening conditions.

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

An emergency procedure performed on a person who has stopped breathing or whose heart has ceased beating.

First Aid Kit

A collection of medical supplies and equipment used to provide first aid.

Shock

A critical condition that occurs when the body is not getting enough blood flow.

Bleeding Control

The process of stopping blood loss from a wound.