During a secondary assessment, what type of injuries should be treated?

In a secondary assessment, the focus is on identifying and addressing any injuries that may not be immediately life-threatening but still require attention. While life-threatening injuries should be addressed first, a comprehensive approach involves also treating non-life threatening injuries to ensure the overall well-being of the patient.

Treating non-life threatening injuries is essential because they could lead to complications or significant discomfort if left unaddressed. For example, a minor fracture or a laceration, although not immediately dangerous, may need care to prevent infection or to alleviate pain.

Prioritizing only life-threatening injuries or injuries that are visible disregards the potential importance of other conditions that may not present obvious signs but still need intervention. Therefore, addressing non-life threatening injuries as part of the overall care strategy is a critical aspect of the secondary assessment process.