Which of the following situations describes the ideal way to lift a patient?
Select the best option
A. Using mechanical equipment with a team.
B. Using mechanical equipment alone.
C. Manually lifting alone.
D. Manually lifting with a team.

answer: b. complete secondary assessment (detailed physical exam).

after you finished the primary assessment, you must proceed with the assessment by performing a complete detailed physical examination.

this secondary assessment includes a focused on patient’s history, vital signs and a specific and rapid examination of the entire body especially on the injuries acquired from the motor vehicle accident and the patient’s medical complaint.