When conducting a physical assessment on a critically injured patient during transport, which of the following actions is most important to perform first?
Perform a head-to-toe physical examination
Check vital signs and record them
Obtain a detailed patient history
Evaluate the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation
In a critical situation, assessing the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs) is the top priority. These are the most immediately life-threatening conditions and must be stabilized first to ensure the patient's survival. While other assessments are important, they should follow the ABCs.
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