First 30 seconds
- 1ABCDE, high-flow O₂
- 22 large-bore IV, bloods + ABG
- 3Bedside echo (RV strain, McConnell)
- 4Call cardiology / ICU / thrombolysis team
PE with sustained hypotension (SBP <90 mmHg ≥15 min) or requiring vasopressors not explained by other cause.
A
Airway
- • Patent? Talking? Stridor?
- • Suction, jaw-thrust, adjuncts, definitive airway if needed
B
Breathing
- • RR, SpO₂, auscultate, percuss
- • O₂ to target sats, NIV / intubate as required
C
Circulation
- • HR, BP, cap refill, JVP
- • 2× large-bore IV, bloods, monitor, ECG
D
Disability
- • AVPU/GCS, pupils, glucose, temp
E
Exposure
- • Full exposure, skin, rash, bleeding, lines, infection source
