When using the XABCDE assessment, which of the fol...

PHTLS 10th Edition Self-Test

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When using the XABCDE assessment, which of the following takes precedence over all other actions?A. Controlling severe bleeding from a limb or other compressible siteB. Airway stabilization and assessing circulatory statusC. Exposing the body to allow a thorough evaluationD. Ensuring adequate breathing

Question 2: AThe "X" placed before "ABCDE" in the primary survey refers to the need to address exsanguinating hemorrhage immediately after establishing scene safety and before addressing airway. Severe exsanguinating hemorrhage, particularly arterial bleeding, has the potential to lead to loss of total or near total blood volume in a relatively short period of time.

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