how do you approach this problem?
- First impression - "sick" or not sick?
- Assess ABC
- Check vital signs including temperature, BSL, GCS and pupils
- Treat life-threatening abnormalities
- Systematic examination and routine / focused investigations
- Review the notes, the "SAGO" chart and the drug charts
How do you determine if a patient is "sick" or not sick?
What investigations would you order?