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ABC

April 27, 2014 by EMTResource.com Leave a Comment

ABC is used for the primary survey/resuscitation section of patient assessments.

A Airway

  • Determine if the airway is patent by looking, listening, and feeling
B Breathing

  • Check the quality of breathing by assessing the rate and tidal volume
C Circulation

  • Determine the rate, quality and rhythm of the pulse
  • Assess the skin color, temperature, moisture and capillary refill

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