The sequence of care – do new methods warrant a shift from the standard ABC to a CABC approach?

Abstract

Adaptions and change are vital to the development of pre-hospital care. Emerging evidence-based practices ensure best patient care. The Airway, Breathing, Circulation (ABC) sequence of care in pre-hospital environment is ignoring a vital step in trauma support. This commentary provides an evidence-based discussion and explores the appropriateness of the current ABC sequence of care.