Which interventions will be performed during the primary survey for a trauma client?

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The primary survey for a trauma client organizes the approach to the client so that life-threatening injuries are rapidly identified and managed.The primary survey is based on the standard mnemonic ABC,with an added D and E: A,airway and cervical spine control; B,breathing; C,circulation; D,disability; and E,exposure.After completion of primary diagnostic studies and laboratory studies,and insertion of gastric and urinary tubes,the secondary survey,a complete head-to-toe assessment,can be carried out.

Which Interventions Will Be Performed During the Primary Survey for a Trauma