How should you initially assess if an injured person is conscious after a traffic accident?

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The basic first aid protocol establishes that assessing consciousness is the first step of the primary survey. To do this, first attempt verbal communication (speak loudly and clearly, asking if they can hear you). If there is no verbal response, apply a tactile or mild painful stimulus, such as gently pinching or lightly shaking the shoulders (being careful not to aggravate potential spinal injuries). The other options are incorrect because checking the airway or placing a hand on the forehead (Head-Tilt/Chin-Lift maneuver) are subsequent steps performed only after confirming that the victim is unconscious.

How should you initially assess if an injured person is conscious after a traffic accident?

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