Secondary Assessment - Trauma

In order of Head, Neck, Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis/Groin, Limbs, then Back. Assess each region thoroughly using DCAP-BTLS

Examples of things to check for in each region is:

Head: Pupils (2mm in diameter usually), Battle signs

Neck: JUD, TD, Step off

Chest: Open Wounds, Equal Rise/Fall, Lung sounds

Abdomen: Distension, periumbilical, evisceration

Pelvis/Groin: Crepitus (cracking or popping), priapism (painful long lasting erection), incontinence (loss of bladder or bowel control.

Limbs: CSM, Sensation, Circulation, Motor

Back: Step off (disc protruding or broken), exit wounds.