Tag: Scene safety

In emergency medicine, the first minute is often the most critical. According to the American Heart Association, rapid, systematic assessment is key to a positive outcome. Therefore, what is your first step in assessing the patient should be to ensure scene safety and conduct a primary survey.

Globally, up to 4 in 10 patients experience safety issues in primary and ambulatory care settings. To combat this, a systematic and safety-focused process is essential. Knowing what should be done first when beginning to provide patient care is the critical foundation for all subsequent actions, ensuring the well-being of both the patient and the provider.