Condition

In a graded practical exercise, given a simulated non-critical patient,

Performance requirement

Behavior Standard
The student will: During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum:

perform a detailed physical assessment (secondary survey).

  1. observe and record, within 10 minutes, all of the following:
    • temperature (+2°F);
    • pulse (+6, rhythm, and strength);
    • respiration (+6, depth, rhythm, and character); and
    • blood pressure (+10 mm Hg systolic and diastolic); and
  2. performs a head-to-toe assessment to identify any deformities, contusions, abrasions, penetrations, burns, tenderness, lacerations, or swelling.

Location

Assessed in PE‑0032 STCW Medical Care Provider.

References

STCW Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency

  1. AFA-X1.04

NVIC Tasks

  1. NVIC 05-04 Task 1.1.B Perform a detailed physical assessment