After establishment of airway patency in a trauma patient, which of these steps is a priority?

a. Breathing
b. Circulation
c. Disability
d. Exposure


ANS: A
After the patency of the airway is ensured, the patient is assessed for spontaneous breathing and respiratory rate and depth.

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