@article{ref1,
title="Secondary survey in paediatric trauma",
journal="Archives of disease in childhood: education and practice edition",
year="2023",
author="Mc Auley, Clare and Mullen, Stephen and Corley, Lisa and McDonald, Roisin and Quinn, Nuala",
volume="ePub",
number="ePub",
pages="ePub-ePub",
abstract="The purpose of a secondary survey is to identify the non-life-threatening injuries that are not a priority in the primary survey, but if missed could have long-term impacts for the patient. This article provides a structured approach of the head-to-toe examination required for the secondary survey. We follow the journey of a 9-year-old boy, Peter, who was involved in an accident-electric scooter versus car. After resuscitation and primary survey, you have been asked to carry out the secondary survey. This is a guide of the steps to follow in order to carry out a comprehensive examination to ensure nothing is missed. It highlights the importance of good communication and documentation.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1743-0585",
doi="10.1136/archdischild-2022-324983",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/archdischild-2022-324983"
}