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    The FAST exam is an ultrasound exam used in trauma situations to quickly check for internal bleeding. It can be performed simultaneously with other emergency treatments and provides information faster than x-rays or CT scans. While not 100% sensitive, the FAST exam is almost perfectly accurate at identifying intraperitoneal bleeding in patients with low blood pressure who require immediate surgery to address the bleeding.

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    The FAST exam is an ultrasound exam used in trauma situations to quickly check for internal bleeding. It can be performed simultaneously with other emergency treatments and provides information faster than x-rays or CT scans. While not 100% sensitive, the FAST exam is almost perfectly accurate at identifying intraperitoneal bleeding in patients with low blood pressure who require immediate surgery to address the bleeding.

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    Johnny Blade 27: Protocol, Is Performed Immediately After The Primary Survey of The ATLS Protocol. Ultrasound Is

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    3.) FAST Exam: FAST is an acronym for Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma and has become synonymous with beside ultrasound in trauma. The FAST exam, per ATLS protocol, is performed immediately after the primary survey of the ATLS protocol. Ultrasound is the ideal initial imaging modality because it can be performed simultaneously with other resuscitative cares, providing vital information without the time delay caused by radiographs or computed tomography (CT). The concept behind the FAST exam is that many life-threatening injuries cause bleeding. Although ultrasound is not 100% sensitive for identifying all bleeding, it is nearly perfect for recognizing intraperitoneal bleeding in hypotensive patients who need an emergent laparotomy. Robert Reardon, MD. http://www.sonoguide.com/FAST.html

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