ABC of major trauma. Initial assessment and management--I: Primary survey.

The multiply injured patient has by definition multiple problems, and ,,,i2 w adequate treatment necessitates a team approach. The team must be organised appropriately and work in a well equipped resuscitation room. The overall management of the patient is the responsibility of the team leader, who should, ideally, not participate in practical procedures but should: (1) Organise the team (2) Assimilate the clinical findings and physical measurements (3) Devise immediate and definitive plans for management.