Principles of assessment for ems chapter 01

The document discusses the principles of patient assessment in EMS. It outlines the importance of a standardized approach to assessment, which considers factors like environment safety, patient severity, whether the situation involves trauma or medical issues, and the level of care available. The standardized approach includes six key components: scene size-up, initial assessment, focused history and exam for trauma or medical situations, detailed physical exam, and ongoing assessment. The goal is to conduct a thorough yet flexible assessment to identify and treat life threats.