Which describes an overuse injury? a- an overstretched or torn ligament. b- joints that become irritated and inflamed when an activity is performed too often or too strenuously. c- damage to the cartilage between the bones in a joint. d- a joint which the ends of the bones are forced out of their normal positions.

answer: b. complete secondary assessment (detailed physical exam).

after you finished the primary assessment, you must proceed with the assessment by performing a complete detailed physical examination.

this secondary assessment includes a focused on patient’s history, vital signs and a specific and rapid examination of the entire body especially on the injuries acquired from the motor vehicle accident and the patient’s medical complaint.