Title: Early Trauma Care-Secondary Survey | Trauma Victoria
Headings: Major Trauma Guidelines & Education
Major Trauma Guidelines & Education
Secondary Survey
History
Head-to-toe examination
Head and face
Neck
Chest
Abdomen
Limbs
Back
Buttocks and perineum
Genitalia

Content: Note any loss of tone or sensation. Top of page
Buttocks and perineum
Look for any soft-tissue injury such as bruising or lacerations. Genitalia
Inspect for soft-tissue injuries such as bruising, lacerations or burns. Note any priapism that may indicate a spinal injury. The priorities for further investigation and treatment may now be considered and a plan for definitive care established. Top of page