NVIC 05-04 Task 1.1.B

Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board

AFA-X1.04 Examination of casualty or patient

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

the candidate will perform a detailed physical assessment (secondary survey).

The candidate correctly:

1. observes and records, 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.